In the following question, four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in bold and italics in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

We were in a hurry. The road being zigzag, we had to cut off a corner to reach in time.

A.

To cut a portion of the road

B.

To take a short cut

C.

To go fast

D.

To take an alternative route

Correct answer is B

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