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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Ca Rishi gupta said:
10 years ago
It means to convey your feelings honestly!
Param said:
10 years ago
To tell the truth about something that you have done. Bad or illegal works so that yo do not feel guilty. About that works is done bye you.
Suku said:
10 years ago
To accept the mistake by heart.
Amrito said:
9 years ago
I can't understand. Explain clearly.
Aakanksha said:
9 years ago
It is hard to understand it clearly. Someone help me.
Sanu said:
9 years ago
I can't able to understand clearly please explain it.
Suraj said:
9 years ago
I can't understand, please explain it.
Manish said:
9 years ago
Give the usage of the phrase. And explain it in detail.
Prashant said:
8 years ago
I can't understand somebody please explain it.
Ahamika Pattnaik said:
8 years ago
The Oxford English Dictionary defines the noun breast as 'the two soft protuberances situated on the thorax in females'. The meaning used in 'make a clean breast of it' is an earlier and less literal one. The 'breast' there is the seat of the one's emotions and secrets; one's 'heart'. "To make a clean breast of" means to speak openly and honestly about something that has previously been lied. Eg: The judge will give the convict a lighter sentence if he makes a clean breast of his involvement with the crime.
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