Question
In each of the following questions, an idiomatic
expression or a proverb has been given in bold . Choose the option that best expresses its meaning. Despite repeated warnings, Ravi continued to invest in the risky scheme and finally had to pay the piper.Solution
Pay the piper means to suffer the consequences of one’s actions, especially when ignored earlier warnings.
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