Choose the correct meaning of the idiom:
Sail close to the wind
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Operate at the very edge of legality or propriety.
Idiom: Sail close to the wind
Meaning: To take risks by acting in a way that is just barely legal, acceptable, or safe. It often implies pushing boundaries or behaving in a way that is almost dishonest or dangerous.
Example: The company's tax strategies are certainly innovative, but many experts believe they sail a bit too close to the wind to be considered ethical.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.