Question 2
Idioms and Phrasal VerbsChoose the option nearest in meaning to the word or words in italics: The new staff member turned out to be an old flame of mine
- A.a former girlfriend
- B.an old acquaintance
- C.an old classmate
- D.a former neighbour
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (a former girlfriend)
Explanation
An old flame is a former lover.