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. Die in harness I. After winning his final match, the wrestler died in harness on the stage. II. The old professor refused to retire, stating proudly that he wished to die in harness. III. He was forced to die in harness due to financial insecurity and the rising cost of living. Which sentence(s) use(s) the idiom incorrectly?Solution
Sentence I: Incorrect. Though he died after his last match, “dying on stage” doesn’t convey ongoing service or duty. “Final match” implies completion, which contradicts the idiom's implication. Sentence II: Correct. Refusal to retire shows intent to die while working — idiom is used accurately. Sentence III: Correct. Forced continuation of work till death — the idiom is used in a critical but correct context.
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