Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fall on one's sword'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fall on one's sword'.

A. To fight

B. To commit suicide

C. To take responsibility and resign for a failure

D. To surrender weapons

Answer: Option C

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It means to accept blame and step down.

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