Source: Extra Practice

Identify the idiom that matches the meaning: 'To reveal a secret by accident'.

Options

Option A

To hit the nail on the head

Option B is correct

To let the cat out of the bag

Option C

To pull someone's leg

Option D

To be under the weather

Explanation

'To let the cat out of the bag' means to accidentally or prematurely reveal a secret. 'To hit the nail on the head' means to describe exactly what is causing a situation. 'To pull someone's leg' means to tease or play a harmless joke on them. 'To be under the weather' means to feel sick.