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In the following question, an idiomatic expression or a proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative which best describes its use in the sentence. The deadline for the project is fast arriving; we have pulled out all the stops for timely completion.

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In the following question, an idiomatic expression or a proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative which best describes its use in the sentence.

The deadline for the project is fast arriving; we have pulled out all the stops for timely completion.


1). Get quick permissions for moving ahead with something
2). React fast to changing situations
3). Do everything one can do to make something successful
4). Adopt quick action plans to complete something in time


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Pull out all the stops means 'doing everything you can to make something successful.' $

So, option 3 is correct. $

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