Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Can't hold a candle to'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Can't hold a candle to'.

A. Better than

B. Cannot carry a candle

C. Not nearly as good as

D. Afraid of the dark

Answer: Option C

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It means to be inferior to someone or something.

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