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

She felt like a fish out of water at her new job.

Option 1: angry and hurt

Option 2: comfortable and relaxed

Option 3: uncomfortable and restless

Option 4: happy and free


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Correct Answer: uncomfortable and restless


Solution : The correct choice is the third option .

The idiom felt like a fish out of water is used to convey a sense of discomfort or unease in a particular situation. In the given sentence, it means that she felt out of place or awkward in her new job, as if she didn't quite belong or wasn't accustomed to the environment. It suggests a lack of familiarity and ease in adapting to the new work setting.

Therefore, the right meaning is: uncomfortable and restless.

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