From the alternatives given below, select the correct meaning of the idiom.
King's ransom.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The idiom "a king's ransom" refers to a very large or excessive amount of money.
Origin: Historically, if a king was captured in battle, the price required to release him (his ransom) would be an incredibly high sum that only a wealthy nation could afford.
Modern Usage: Today, it's used figuratively to describe anything that is extremely expensive. For example: "That luxury car must have cost him a king's ransom."