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Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.
I know you're blaming me for all that has happened but wasn't at fault alone.

  1. A
    make hay while the sun shines
  2. B
    it is always darkest before the dawn
  3. C
    it takes two to tango
  4. D
    leave no stone unturned

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

The underlined phrase "wasn't at fault alone" implies that both parties involved are responsible for the situation or argument.
"It takes two to tango" is an idiom that means both people involved in a difficult situation or argument are responsible for it. This perfectly substitutes the underlined words.

"Make hay while the sun shines" means to take advantage of a good situation while it lasts.

"It is always darkest before the dawn" means things look the worst right before they improve.

"Leave no stone unturned" means to try every possible course of action in order to achieve something.

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Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.
I know you're blaming me for all that has happened but wasn't at fault alone.
A
make hay while the sun shines
B
it is always darkest before the dawn
C
it takes two to tango
D
leave no stone unturned

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