Select the correct idiom that can substitute the italicised group of words in the given sentence.
You must not participate in the marathon this year without any training. It is an unreal hope on your part!
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. a pipe dream.
- The idiom “a pipe dream” means an unattainable or fanciful hope or scheme.
- Example: Free trade in international aviation will remain a pipe dream.
Meaning of the other idioms are:
- Carrying coal to the new castle: to do something that is superfluous
- A will-o’-the-wisp: something that is impossible to get or achieve
- To lose one’s temper: to become very angry