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    Question

    You're walking on thin ice by continuing to come in

    late. If the boss notices, you'll be fired. In the following question, an idiomatic expression or a proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative which best describes its use in the sentence.
    A to be extremely proud Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B to be up for a fight Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C to be in a risky or uncertain situation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D to be tired of the situation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The idiom ‘walking in thin ice’ means ‘to be doing something that is dangerous or involves risks’. Here, coming late is the risky situation.

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