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Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To burn the midnight oil

Option 1: To waste time

Option 2: To stay up late working or studying

Option 3: To overthink

Option 4: To be relaxed and calm


Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: To stay up late working or studying


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

The idiom "to burn the midnight oil" originates from the idea of working late into the night when traditionally people used oil lamps for illumination. It figuratively means putting in extra effort or working diligently during night-time hours.

So, if someone says they are burning the midnight oil, it implies that they are working late or putting in extra hours to accomplish a task or meet a deadline.

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