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Select the most appropriate expression that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence. Sonali is contemplating whether to accept the offer from Saanvi or not; she is still not in a position to be able to arrive at a decision.

Araising the eyebrows

Bblowing hot and cold

Cgetting her act together

Dchewing the cud

Answer:

D. chewing the cud

Read Explanation:

• The underlined word contemplating means to think deeply, meditate, or reflect on something for a long period. D). Chewing the cud: This idiom literally refers to cows regesting food to grind it down further, but figuratively, it means to ponder or meditate over something at length. It perfectly substitutes "contemplating." Why it fits: The sentence describes Sonali in a state of deep thought ("contemplating") because she is not yet ready to decide. She is "chewing" on the facts of the offer.


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