WAEC - English Language (2018 - No. 26)
After the following sentence, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that is most appropriate for the sentence.
Kura, you can't be too careful when dealing with Wang. This means that Kura.
has no reason to be suspicious of Wang
can fully rely on Wang
has to be very careful in his relationship with Wang
may feel free in the company of Wang
Explanation
"can't be too careful" is an idiomatic phrase. The phrase simply means that one shouldn't take (unnecessary) risks, that one needs to be watchful, prepared, or prudent: you can't be too careful: used for saying that it is important not to take risks.
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