Question

Fill in the blank with the most suitable idiom/phrase to make the statement meaningful and complete. Don't you think, you ............. by not showing up at the meeting?

• A. cut corners
• B. made your head spin
• C. hung in there
• D. burnt bridges

Hint:

“Burn bridges” is a common idiom for actions that cause lasting damage to relationships or networks.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

“Burnt bridges” means damaging relationships or opportunities beyond repair.
Not attending an important meeting could damage work ties.
Other options:

(A) “Cut corners” – doing something cheaply or badly.
(B) “Made your head spin” – refers to confusion.
(C) “Hung in there” – means stayed strong.


Only (D) makes contextual sense here.