Four alternatives are given for the idioms/ phrases underlined in the sentence. Choose the one that best expresses the meaning of the idiom._x005F_x000D__x005F_x000D_She was so intimidated by the presence of the school principal that she forgot her memorized lines and started to beat around the bush.

to run around a nearby bush in fright

to talk indirectly, without coming to the main point

Four alternatives are given for the idioms/ phrases underlined in the

1.	Four alternatives are given for the idioms/ phrases underlined in the sentence. Choose the one that best expresses the meaning of the idiom._x005F_x000D__x005F_x000D_She was so intimidated by the presence of the school principal that she forgot her memorized lines and started to beat around the bush.
A.	to run around a nearby bush in fright
B.	to talk indirectly, without coming to the main point
C.	to stammer
D.	to tap her feet in despair
Answer» C. to stammer

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