Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
I cannot take up any new assignment as I have my hands full.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. am very busy
- The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "I have my hands full" in the sentence "I cannot take up any new assignment as I have my hands full" is am very busy.
- This means that you are currently occupied with existing tasks and do not have time for additional work.