Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Egg on'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Egg on'.

A. To lay an egg

B. To urge or encourage someone, often to do wrong

C. To cook eggs

D. To discourage

Answer: Option B

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It means to goad or push someone into action.

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