Question 152
HardOriginal questionChoose the correct meaning of the idiom in capitals.
Seeing the police, the pickpocket SHOWED A CLEAN PAIR OF HEELS.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
To show a clean pair of heels is to run away quickly.
Worth noting
Gave himself up is the opposite.
- Concept
- The meaning of the idiom "show a clean pair of heels"
- Typical timeTypical
- 35 s
- Your timeYours
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