The given idiom is followed by four meanings. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom.
To have an axe to grind
" To have an axe to grind" is an idiomatic expression that means someone has a hidden personal agenda or a self-serving motive behind their actions, opinions, or statements.
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