Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

He will get his work done by hook or by crook.

Option 1: by any means, good or bad

Option 2: by persuading

Option 3: by bribing

Option 4: by threatening


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: by any means, good or bad


Solution : The first option is the correct answer.

The idiom by hook or by crook conveys the idea of being determined to achieve a goal using any possible means, whether they are considered good or bad. In the context of the sentence, it indicates a strong resolve to complete the work by using whatever methods or resources are available.

Therefore, the correct answer is, by any means, good or bad.

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