Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank to complete the idiom and make the sentence meaningful.
Her company's new product launch was a real ___________________ squib.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. damp.
Idiom: A damp squib
Meaning: Something that is disappointing or fails to live up to expectations, especially after a lot of excitement or anticipation.
Example: Everyone expected the movie to be a blockbuster, but it turned out to be a damp squib.
Final Sentence: Her company’s new product launch was a real damp squib.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.