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JAMB Use of English 2002 Question 38

Question 38

Antonyms

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the phrase in italics: He gave an unsatisfactory excuse but the boss swallowed it hook, line and sinker

  1. A.with a pinch of salt
  2. B.completely
  3. C.entirely
  4. D.without mincing words
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (with a pinch of salt)

Explanation

To swallow something hook, line and sinker is to believe it completely; taking it with a pinch of salt means doubting it.