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Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/ phrase.

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To plough the sands :

A. To work hard to achieve ones aim

B. To afford hope or ground for expecting a good result

C. To busy oneself in a way which cannot lead to any profitable result

D. To advance ones position in life

Correct Answer :

C. To busy oneself in a way which cannot lead to any profitable result


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