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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. On tenterhooks I. The students were on tenterhooks as they waited for the final merit list. II. She was on tenterhooks while learning to ride a bicycle for the first time. III. The team was on tenterhooks before the project proposal was reviewed by the board. Which sentence(s) use(s) the idiom incorrectly?Solution
Waiting for results — classic suspense, perfect idiomatic usage. Sentence II: Incorrect. Learning to ride a bicycle is not a suspenseful or uncertain outcome, but rather nervousness/fear — not suited for this idiom. Sentence III: Correct. Waiting for approval from authority — textbook application. Direction [ 21-25 ]: Given below is a set of sentences, which when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Arrange the sentences in the correct sequence, and answer the questions that follow.
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