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What does the idiom “To throw down the gauntlet” mean?

Question: What does the idiom “To throw down the gauntlet” mean?
  • A. To withdraw from a dispute.
  • B. To issue a challenge.
  • C. To seek advice formally.
  • D. To make peace with an opponent.
Correct Answer: B. To issue a challenge.
Explanation: Historically, throwing down a gauntlet was a way to challenge someone to a duel or competition.

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