Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cold feet'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cold feet'.

A. Nervousness or second thoughts

B. Shoes

C. Frozen feet

D. A winter problem

Answer: Option A

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It means to suddenly become too frightened to do something.

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