Idiom “To have an axe to grind” means:

Idiom “To have an axe to grind” means:

  • (A) To be fully acquainted with something
  • (B) To have a personal interest in a matter
  • (C) To take an agreeable position
  • (D) To take guidance on a complicated matter
  • The expression "to have an axe to grind" is defined as "one's own private and selfish reason for becoming involved in something." Thus, it is evident that it is not a correct expression for explaining the meaning of having an interest. Accordingly, the correct option is: (B) To have a personal interest in a matter.
  • Examples:
  • She has her own axe to grind, thus she wants to join this committee".
  • "The reporter has an axe to grind, so their article is biased".
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 ‘NATO’ is an abbreviation of:

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  • (B) Non-Aligned Treaty Organization
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