Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Siraj-ud Daula’s defeat can be attributed to a snake in the grass.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. A deceitful person.
- The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom "a snake in the grass" in the given sentence is "a deceitful person."
- It refers to someone who is deceptive, often acting in a hidden manner to cause harm or betray others.
- The context of the sentence suggests that someone's deceitful actions contributed to Siraj-ud Daula's defeat.