Twist of the knife

Directions: In the following items an idiom or a proverb is given. Select the response that most appropriately describes the meaning of the idiom or proverb and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

  1. A. Slicing through the difficulties that one faces in life
  2. B. To accept defeat in the face of an enemy
  3. C. The last thrust of a difficult operation
  4. D. To make someone who is already feeling bad, feel worse with one's words or actions

Correct Answer: D. To make someone who is already feeling bad, feel worse with one's words or actions

Explanation

This expression means to aggravate an already painful or difficult situation for someone.

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