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Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
 Beat around the bush

  • 1
    Avoid praising someone and demean
  • 2
    Avoid the main point by talking in a roundabout way
  • 3
    Avoid saying what you mean, usually because it is not funny
  • 4
    Avoid using foul words to make someone uncomfortable
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Answer : 2. "Avoid the main point by talking in a roundabout way"
Explanation :

"Beat around the bush" means to avoid addressing the main issue or topic and instead talk in a vague or indirect manner.

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