Based on the situation in the sentence, select the most appropriate idiom.
Although Greta Thunberg gave a moving speech at the UN about environmental damage, it could _________.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. cut no ice.
Idiom: Cut no ice
Meaning: To have no influence or effect; to fail to impress or convince someone.
Example: His excuses cut no ice with the teacher, and he was still marked absent.
Contextual Fit: The second partof the sentence implies that despite the emotional impact, it did not influence the audience or bring about any real change.
Final Sentence: Although Greta Thunberg gave a moving speech at the UN about environmental damage, it could cut no ice.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.