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JAMB Use of English 1985 Question 64

Question 64

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined phrase: To be above board is to be

  1. A.afloat
  2. B.on top of a plank
  3. C.above suspicion
  4. D.raised above a board
  5. E.the chairman of a board
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (above suspicion)

Explanation

Something above board is honest and open, with nothing to suspect.