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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: "To throw in the towel"

Q: Answer-Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'To throw in the towel'

The idiom to throw in the towel originates from boxing, where a trainer would throw a towel into the ring to stop the fight, effectively admitting defeat. Thus, it means to give up or admit defeat.

A To admit defeat

B To clean up a mess

C To make a tough decision

D To prepare for a challenge

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