Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Pie in the sky'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Pie in the sky'.

A. A baked dish

B. An unrealistic dream or promise

C. A delicious pie

D. A real plan

Answer: Option B

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It refers to something pleasant but unlikely to happen.

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