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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"An elephant in the room"

  1. A
    There is an obvious problem
  2. B
    Someone hiding in the room
  3. C
    The elephant got stuck in the room
  4. D
    Someone begins to suspect

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The idiom "an elephant in the room" is a metaphorical expression used to describe a major, obvious problem or controversial issue that everyone is clearly aware of but avoids discussing because it is uncomfortable. Therefore, option A is the correct interpretation.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"An elephant in the room"
A
There is an obvious problem
B
Someone hiding in the room
C
The elephant got stuck in the room
D
Someone begins to suspect

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