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 scientist’s discovery was initially dismissed, but years later, he came out of the blue when his theory was proven correct.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 laugh—an 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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