Question 68
Idioms and Phrasal VerbsChoose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined phrase: The principal advised the boy to come to grips with himself if he wanted to do well at the end of his course.
- A.criticized himself
- B.master his difficulties
- C.learn to be obedient
- D.behave himself
- E.fight with himself
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (master his difficulties)
Explanation
To come to grips with something is to face it and get it under control.