Question
Download Solution PDFSelect the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Has he lost his mind? He is falling foul of everybody.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is "Quarrelling with."
Key Points
- In the given sentence, we are required to select the meaning of the idiom "falling out."
- The idiom "falling foul of" means to come into conflict or disagreement with someone.
- Example: Manufacturers may fall foul of the new government guidelines.
- The phrase "lost his mind" suggests that the person's behavior is irrational or unreasonable.
- Therefore, the sentence means that the person is behaving in a way that is causing conflict with others.
- "Quarrelling" means to have an angry argument or disagreement.
- The other options do not accurately convey the meaning of the idiom.
Hence, the correct answer is option 4.
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