Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
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let sleeping dogs lie
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- dogs can raise tempers
- do not allow dogs to stand
- prevent dog mobility
- do not bring up an old controversial issue
Correct Option: D
let sleeping dogs lie : to avoid mentioning a subject or something that happened in the past, in order to avoid any problems/arguments
● I know I should report the accident but I rather let the sleeping dogs lie. The best option is do not bring up an old controversial issue.
