Question

Fill in the blank given below using the correct idiom. 

Sarah's performance review came as a _______________ since she had not received any feedback or warnings before.

A shot in the dark Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B tight spot Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C stand in good stead Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D blue stocking Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E wave of a dead chicken Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The idiom "a shot in the dark" refers to a guess or attempt that is not based on knowledge or a high chance of success. (A) a shot in the dark: A guess or attempt that is not based on knowledge or a high chance of success. (B) a tight spot: A difficult or challenging situation. (C) standing in good stead: To be beneficial or advantageous in the future. (D) a blue stocking: An intellectual or literary woman. (E) waving a dead chicken: Resorting to desperate measures.

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