Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'To add insult to injury'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'To add insult to injury'.

A. To apologize

B. To make a bad situation worse

C. To heal a wound

D. To treat medically

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

It means to worsen an already difficult situation.

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