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.

Michael might scream blue murder, but I feel Dianne should get the promotion since she is better qualified for the job.

A.

Someone has been murdered with some blue liquid

B.

Someone is being murdered and has become blue

C.

Suffer from persecution complex

D.

Make a great deal of noise and object vehemently

Correct answer is D

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