Option “D” is correct. To have brush with: Have an encounter or come in conflict with.
32. To set the people by ears
Option “D” is correct. To set the people by ears: To cause (someone, generally a group of two or more people) to engage in a squabble, dispute, or altercation.
33. To draw the long bow
Option “D” is correct. To draw the long bow: lie or exaggerate.
34. To make the grade
Option “C” is correct. To make the grade: succeed; reach the desired standard.
35. To fly off the handle
Option “D” is correct. To fly off the handle: lose one’s temper suddenly and unexpectedly.
36. The old beggar ran amuck and began to throw stones at the passerby.
Option “B” is correct. ran amuck: to behave without control in a wild or dangerous manner.
37.I cannot conceive of a time when I was without a refrigerator
Option “A” is correct. conceive of: form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind.
38. To turn over a new leaf
Option “D” is correct. To turn over a new leaf: start to act or behave in a better or more responsible way.
39. A close shave
Option “D” is correct. A close shave: a narrow escape from danger or disaster.
40. To talk through one’s hat
Option “B” is correct. To talk through one’s hat: talk foolishly, wildly, or ignorantly.
