Choose the idiom/phrase that can substitute the highlighted group of words meaningfully.
He often changes plans while doing his work. So, his tasks remain incomplete.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Change horses in midstream.
Change horses in midstream is a suitable option.
The expression "change horses in midstream" refers to making changes to plans or choices while a task or activity is ongoing. This is frequently seen as dangerous or foolish as it may result in confusion or an inability to finish the activity.
The line that follows describes the individual as constantly changing plans while working, leaving chores unfinished. This is in line with the proverb "Change horses in midstream," which refers to the idea that the work that remains unfinished is usually the result of changing plans midway.
Compared to other options:
"Break a leg": It is a phrase used to wish someone luck, especially before a performance. It has nothing to do with the sentence's context.
"In seventh heaven": It refers to a feeling of intense happiness or joy that is inappropriate in the context of incomplete tasks.
"Spill the beans": It refers to revealing information or revealing a secret; this meaning is unrelated to the sentence's context