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    Question

    In each of the following questions, an idiomatic

    expression/a proverb has been underlined – followed by four alternatives. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined idiom/proverb.   He finished the race by the skin of his teeth .
    A With ease Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Just barely Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C With a lot of effort Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Without any effort Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: "By the skin of his teeth" means narrowly or just barely succeeding.

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