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Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Sitting on a gold mine

Option 1: to own something potentially valuable

Option 2: secretly hunting for something precious

Option 3: not availing of an opportunity

Option 4: wasting a vast treasure


Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: to own something potentially valuable


Solution : The correct choice is the first option .

Sitting on a gold mine is an idiom that implies having something of great value or potential, often unknowingly or without taking advantage of its benefits, and if recognised or properly utilised, it could bring considerable wealth, success, or advantage.

Therefore, the correct meaning is, to own something potentially valuable .

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