Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Miss the boat'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Miss the boat'.

A. To be late for a ferry

B. To swim

C. To board the wrong boat

D. To miss an opportunity

Answer: Option D

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It means to fail to take advantage of a chance.

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