Select the correct meaning of the idiom in bold and italics.
I had a close shave this morning – my car was hit badly by a bull.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. A narrow escape.
In this context, the speaker is expressing that they narrowly avoided a dangerous or risky situation, as their car was badly hit by a bull, but they managed to avoid serious harm. This usage of "close shave" conveys the idea of a narrow escape from potential harm or disaster.