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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"Fish out of water"

  1. A
    To be out of the aquatic ecosystem
  2. B
    To play with fish outside the pond
  3. C
    To be out of your comfort zone
  4. D
    To have some seafood out of water

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

The idiom "fish out of water" refers to a person who is uncomfortable, awkward, or unhappy because they are in an unfamiliar situation or surroundings—essentially, being outside of their comfort zone.
Example: Starting a new job in a completely different industry can make someone feel like a fish out of water.

Therefore, Option C is the correct interpretation.

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"Fish out of water"
A
To be out of the aquatic ecosystem
B
To play with fish outside the pond
C
To be out of your comfort zone
D
To have some seafood out of water

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