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    Fill in the blank given below using the correct

    idiom.  After months of training, the athletes were determined to _______________ and win the championship for their country.
    A stand aloof Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B strike while the iron is hot Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C roll up their sleeves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D see eye to eye Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E take a back seat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom "strike while the iron is hot" means to take action when the conditions are favorable. (A) stand aloof: To keep a distance or stay detached from a situation. (B) strike while the iron is hot: To take action when the conditions are favorable. (C) roll up their sleeves: To get ready to work, especially on a task that requires effort. (D) see eye to eye: To agree with someone; to have the same viewpoint. (E) take a back seat: To assume a less active or prominent role.

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