What does the idiom 'Play second fiddle' mean?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer: Take a supporting role
Explanation
• The idiom 'play second fiddle' means to hold a subordinate, secondary, or less important position compared to someone else.
• It comes from an orchestra, where the first fiddle (first violin) leads the section and plays the primary melody, while the second fiddle provides harmony and accompaniment.
• Example: After years of playing second fiddle to his business partner, he finally launched his own company.