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WAEC - English Language (2001 - No. 26)

After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
After each of the following sentences, a list of possible interpretations of the sentence is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for each sentence.
Her reproaches cut him to the quick. This means that he
was made to act quickly
was wounded
was deeply hurt
began to speak angrily

Paliwanag

The phrase "cut to the quick" means to be deeply hurt or emotionally wounded by something someone says. It refers to a strong emotional reaction to criticism or reproach.

 

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