English Class 5 Idioms

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Choose the correct meaning of the given idiom/proverb :
You can't always get what you want.

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A Don't complain if you don't get what you want.
B Costly things are out of reach.
C You can get more than you deserve.
D None of these

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Answer: A. Don't complain if you don't get what you want.

The proverb "You can't always get what you want" is a reminder that life involves disappointment and that not every desire will be fulfilled. It is often used to advise someone to accept a situation gracefully rather than whining or complaining about it.

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