Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Reghu’s been trying to keep a lid on his emotions, but every now and then his anger erupts.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. control the level of something in order to stop it increasing.
Meaning of the Idiom: Keep a lid on something means to control, suppress, or keep something from becoming known or expressed, especially emotions or news. In this context, it refers to Reghu trying to control or hide his emotions.
Example: She tried to keep a lid on her excitement during the interview.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.