What does the idiom 'the elephant in the room' mean?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. an obvious problem that nobody wants to discuss
- Step 1: The idiom refers to a major issue that everyone knows about but avoids talking about. Answer: an obvious problem that nobody wants to discuss. Why not the others: a very large guest, a mistake that was quickly fixed and a secret plan don't fit.
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