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      Question

      In the following sentences, an idiom or idiomatic

      phrase is given in bold. You need to determine whether the given idiom is correctly used in the context of the sentence. If it is correct, choose "No improvement." Otherwise, select the most appropriate replacement from the given options. The scientistтАЩs discovery was initially dismissed, but years later, he came out of the blue when his theory was proven correct.
      A Threw in the towel Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Turned the tables Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Had an ace up his sleeve Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Had the last laugh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E No improvement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The idiom "came out of the blue" means something happening unexpectedly or as a surprise, which does not fit the context of the sentence. The sentence suggests that the scientist was initially dismissed but was later proven right, which means he ultimately had the last laughтАФan idiom that means gaining success or proving others wrong after being doubted or mocked.Thus, "had the last laugh" is the most appropriate replacement.

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