Tilt at windmills

Directions : Given below are some <strong>IDIOMS</strong>/<strong>PHRASES</strong> followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (c) or (d), which is the <strong>MOST APPROPRIATE</strong> meaning and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. To be young and inexperienced ✓
  2. B. To celebrate good news
  3. C. To blow hot air
  4. D. To waste time dealing with enemies and problems that do not exist

Correct Answer: A. To be young and inexperienced

Explanation

'Tilt at windmills' means to waste time fighting imaginary enemies or non-existent problems.

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