Question
In the given question, four alternatives are given for
the Idiom/ Phrase given in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/ Phrase. If none of the given meanings is correct, then mark option 5, i.e., ‘None of the above’ as your answer. The man kept hiding his light under a bushel even though the whole neighbourhood is aware of his cleanliness initiatives for the society.Solution
The idiom "hiding his light under a bushel" means that someone is concealing their talents, abilities, or achievements out of modesty or humility, even though others might be aware of them. The phrase suggests that the person is not showing off or bragging about their own capabilities. Thus, option D (to express humility) is the correct answer.
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