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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase. To go through fire and water

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase.

To go through fire and water
1). To scold someone
2). To experience many dangers in order to achieve something
3). To act without restraints
4). Something which hurts


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Correct Answer: To experience many dangers in order to achieve something

The phrase ‘go through fire and water’ means ‘to face any peril to get something’. An example sentence is: ‘The soldiers were ready to go through fire and water to gain victory for their motherland’.

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