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Question : In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom Phrase.

A storm in a tea cup

Option 1: Great outrage or excitement about a trivial matter

Option 2: Constant source of annoyance to someone

Option 3: To deal with a person who is more than one's match

Option 4: Back to original position


Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: Great outrage or excitement about a trivial matter


Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

Explanation : The idiom "A storm in a teacup" is used to describe a situation where there is a great deal of fuss, outrage, or excitement about something that is, in reality, trivial or unimportant. It's often employed to highlight the disproportionate reaction to a minor issue, blowing it out of proportion.

Therefore, the correct expression of the given idiom is, great outrage or excitement about a trivial matter.

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