Direction: In these questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase given in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase given in bold.
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turn a blind eye
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- to take on a task that is way too big
- to work late into the night
- to present a counter argument
- to ignore a situation, facts or reality
Correct Option: D
turn a blind eye : to pretend not to notice something bad that is happening. Look at the sentence :
● The authorities were either unaware of the problem or they turned a blind eye to it. Here, to ignore a situation, facts or reality is the right option.
