Choose the option that best describes the meaning of the idioms and phrases underlined in the given sentence.
You can best identify the fair weather friends at the time of adversity.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Friend only at the time of prosperity.
The phrase 'fair-weather friends' refers to people who are supportive, loyal, or friendly only when things are going well but disappear or fail to help when times are tough.
For example:- When I lost my job, I realized who my real friends were, and who were just fair-weather friends.
Hence, option 4 i.e. Friend only at the time of prosperity is the correct answer.