Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
The sergeant ordered the soldiers to be armed to the teeth as he expected it to be a tough fight.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Well-equipped or prepared.
The idiom 'armed to the teeth' means:
Fully equipped with weapons or thoroughly prepared for battle or a challenging situation.
In the sentence:
'The sergeant ordered the soldiers to be armed to the teeth as he expected it to be a tough fight.'
The phrase implies that the soldiers were to be completely and thoroughly equipped — ready for a difficult confrontation.
Why the other options are incorrect:
Option 1: Active without any goals
Incorrect — This is unrelated to the idea of preparation or readiness.
Option 3: Separated from the worthless
Incorrect — Has no connection with being armed or prepared.
Option 4: Working in a great hurry
Incorrect — This describes speed, not readiness or equipment.