Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Idioms and Phrases - Section 1 (Q.No. 1)
Directions to Solve
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.
1.
To make clean breast of
Discussion:
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Muskan said:
2 years ago
The idiom "to make a clean breast of something" means to confess or disclose something openly and honestly, usually a secret or wrongdoing. It implies admitting a mistake or revealing information previously kept hidden.
Example:
After weeks of guilt, Sarah decided to make a clean breast of her actions and confessed to her involvement in the prank.
In this context of the above example, making a clean breast involves openly admitting to the prank and not keeping it a secret any longer.
Example:
After weeks of guilt, Sarah decided to make a clean breast of her actions and confessed to her involvement in the prank.
In this context of the above example, making a clean breast involves openly admitting to the prank and not keeping it a secret any longer.
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Krishna Kant Bansal said:
3 years ago
It means to tell the truth about something.
Example: Julia finally made a clean breast of it and admitted that she had stolen the money.
Example: Julia finally made a clean breast of it and admitted that she had stolen the money.
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BALAJI SRINIVAS S said:
2 years ago
Thanks for the explanation @Muskan.
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Manjeet Sangwan said:
4 years ago
It means to speak honesty and openly.
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Sanghavi said:
3 years ago
I can't understand please anyone explains in detail?
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Jocelynne said:
3 years ago
I do not understand, please explain to me.
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Sweety said:
4 years ago
I can't understand. Please anyone can help me.
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Ekta said:
4 years ago
I can't understand properly. Please, can anyone help me?
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Ashell said:
4 years ago
It means to speak openly and honestly. Eg. I decided to make a clean breast of it/things and admit that I was to blame.
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Tina said:
4 years ago
I can't understand. Please explain me to get it.
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