Question

    "Despite all the challenges, she managed to keep her

    head above water and complete the project on time." Choose the correct meaning of the bold idiom or phrase in the following sentence:
    A Continue working without taking breaks Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Avoid becoming overwhelmed or failing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Stay in a safe place Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Maintain a stable financial situation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Keep her head above water" is an idiomatic expression that means to manage to avoid failure or difficulty, particularly in challenging situations. It is used to describe someone who is successfully coping with a tough situation or not being overwhelmed by it. (1) Continue working without taking breaks: This does not match the idiom's meaning of managing or coping with difficulties. (3) Maintain a stable financial situation: While it may seem relevant, the idiom is more broadly about managing challenges rather than financial stability specifically. (4) Stay in a safe place: This does not convey the meaning of the idiom.

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