Choose the right meaning of the given phrase.

“To cry wolf”

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To pay attention eagerly

To convey warning

To show pale

To stay off starvation

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Concept: Option ‘1’ states that the meaning of the given phrase is to concentrate eagerly. This is often not in the least associated with the meaning of the phrase ‘to cry wolf’ as explained above. Thus, this option is incorrect.
In option 2, the phrase means to convey warning. This is often just like the meaning explained above : to require help when it's not required. Therefore, option 2 is the correct answer.
Option 3: To show pale is also the wrong meaning of the phrase to cry wolf. To show pale signifies an urge to be frightened or nervous. Thus, option 3 is also incorrect.
In option 4, the phrase means to stay off starvation. This is also not correct because to cry wolf doesn't mean to stay off hunger or starvation. Thus, this option is also incorrect.
Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

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