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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Leave no stone unturned

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Leave no stone unturned Correct Answer to make all possible efforts

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. to make all possible efforts.
 
Explanation
  • An idiom is a phrase, saying or a group of words that has a metaphorical (not literal) meaning, which has become accepted in common usage. 
  • Leave no stone unturned simply means to do everything that is possible in order to achieve something. This also means making all possible efforts to achieve or search for something.
  • It's use in a sentence is as follows: The doctor said he will leave no stone unturned to find a cure for his illness.
  • This would mean that the doctor would make all possible efforts in order to find a cure.
 
  • This phrase in its present form originated in the mid 1500s. It is from an ancient Greek legend about a general who buried his large treasure after being defeated. Those searching for the treasure consulted the Oracle of Delphi, who advised them to look under every stone.
     
Therefore, option 4 is the most appropriate meaning.

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