Select the correct meaning of the underlined phrase or idiom.

Himesh has such a habit of indulging in tall talk that nobody believes him any longer.

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talking for a long time

boasting or exaggerating story telling

talking very fast

talking without any meaning

answer is B.

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● The word "tall" originally denoted lofty or regal in the early 1600s. Men used to engage in "tall talk" back then when they exaggeratedly praised themselves or talked about their significant accomplishments. Tall talks is an expression that refers to boastful or exaggerated storytelling. As a result, choice 2 is the right response.
● The meaning of options 1, 3, and 4 is different from that of option 1. Consequently, these choices are flawed.

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