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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.


Hocus pocus

 

A) walking in a zig-zag manner, especially under the influence of alcohol B) meaningless talk or activity, typically designed to trick someone
C) rich people but who are shallow and greedy D)  doing a job haphazardly

Answer:   B) meaningless talk or activity, typically designed to trick someone



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