Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following sentence.
Meera is not qualified much but has the art of speaking.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Gift of the gab.
Idiom: Gift of the gab
Meaning: The ability to speak fluently and persuasively.
Example: Politicians often have the gift of the gab, which helps them convince people.
Meaning of the other options:
Hope against hope: Hoping for something even when it seems impossible.
An acid tongue: Speaking in a sharp, harsh, or bitter manner.
A lick of paint: A small amount of improvement.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.