Choose the idiom that can best substitute the underlined part of the given sentence.
Shelley ignored her father’s wish of studying arts and instead took admission in commerce.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bid defiance to.
- To "bid defiance to" means to openly resist or disregard something in a bold manner.
- In this context, Shelley is openly defying her father's wish by choosing to study commerce instead of arts, despite his preference.