Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following sentence.
The proud people forget the fact that the world is tangible.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e High and mighty.
Idiom: High and mighty
Meaning: Acting arrogantly or superior to others.
Example: After winning the lottery, he started behaving high and mighty, forgetting his old friends.
Meaning of the other options:
Hobson’s choice: A situation where only one option is available.
Head and shoulders: Significantly better than others.
Hard-nosed attitude: A tough and practical approach.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.