Select the most appropriate idiom that can replace the underlined segment in the given sentence.
After suffering for a long time, Roy finally passed away this month.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Breathed his last.
Idiom: Breathed his last
Meaning: Died; passed away
Example: After a long illness, the elderly man finally breathed his last.
Meaning of the other options:
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Burnt his boats – Took an irrevocable step
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Blazed the trail – Pioneered or led the way
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Brought down the house – Received great applause
Hence, the chosen option is correct.