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प्रश्न
Use the following idiom/phrase in sentences of your own.
sign off
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उत्तर
No matter what, do not lose faith in yourself, I signed off with that note.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Here is sentence with some words in italics. Find phrases from the text that have the same meaning. (Look in the paragraphs indicated)
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One-size-fits-all – suitable for or used in all circumstances
Statement: The wrist watches have adjustable belts, so one- size- fits- all.
'One up on'
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Replace the underline word/phrase with the appropriate one, to retain the proper meaning.
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Use the following idiom/phrase in sentences of your own.
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Make a meaningful sentence by using the following phrase in your notebook.
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