2020 · Q39
Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate expression.
Rise to the occasion
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- ATo celebrate a success in a difficult situation
- BTo regret a situation which ended in failure
- CTo succeed in dealing with a difficult situation
- DTo motivate people to succeed in a difficult situation
Explanation
'Rise to the occasion' means to succeed in dealing with a difficult situation — option C. Option A confuses it with celebrating, B with regretting, and D with motivating others.