Question
An idiom/phrase is given in bold. Following this
idiom/phrase are given three sentences, which use the given idiom/phrase. The idiom/phrase may or may not be used correctly in one or more sentences. Identify the sentence(s) that use(s) the idioms/phrases incorrectly either in grammar or context and mark the answer accordingly. Give someone the cold shoulder I. Despite being best friends once, she gave him the cold shoulder throughout the conference. II. When asked about the delay in salary payments, the manager gave a cold shoulder to the HR head. III. Instead of confronting him, she gave the cold shoulder and walked away silently. Which sentence(s) use(s) the idiom incorrectly?Solution
Deliberate ignoring at a professional event — perfect idiomatic fit. Sentence II: Incorrect. “Gave a cold shoulder” is unidiomatic — it should be “gave him the cold shoulder.” "A cold shoulder" (without "someone") isn’t a standard idiomatic construction. Sentence III: Correct. Use is subtle and proper — implies deliberate silent treatment.
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