If someone tells you to "hit the road," what are they instructing you to do?

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A Repair a damaged vehicle on the highway.
B Depart, begin a journey, or leave a place.
C Walk strictly on pedestrian pathways.
D Cancel an upcoming vacation plan.

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Answer: B. Depart, begin a journey, or leave a place.

• Answer: B
• Explanation: To hit the road is a common idiom that simply means to set out on a journey, start driving, or leave a specific location.

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If someone tells you to "hit the road," what are they instructing you to do?

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