Be in the red
Directions: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings for each. Choose the <strong>MOST APPROPRIATE</strong> answer from among the options (a), (b), (c) and (d).
- A. To owe money to a bank ✓
- B. To get money from one's family
- C. To be in danger of being caught
- D. To be in favour of needy people
Correct Answer: A. To owe money to a bank
Explanation
'To be in the red' is a financial term meaning to be in debt or owe money.
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