Expressions Such as "Get the Nod" Have More Than One

question 71

Multiple Choice

Expressions such as "get the nod" have more than one meaning. This emphasizes the fact that

• A) supervisors always make assumptions when using idioms during verbal communication.
• B) the complexity of English fascinates nonnative speakers of the language.
• C) the English language has the potential to mislead, and certain words should be used with care.
• D) nonverbal communication is more effective than verbal communication.

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