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Difficulty: MediumIdioms and Idiomatic Expressions

Complete the sentence by supplying the correct word to complete the idiomatic expression. Which word correctly fills the blank?

Answer:Despite their initial setbacks during the contract negotiations, the diplomatic team managed to turn the 【tables】 on their opposing rivals by revealing key financial evidence.

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tables
The standard English idiomatic expression is 'to turn the tables on someone', which means to reverse a situation completely so that an individual or group gains an advantage over an adversary who previously held the upper hand.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the context of the sentence
The context describes a situation where a team reverses a disadvantageous position into a decisive advantage over rivals.
Understanding the context allows identification of the specific figurative concept being expressed.
2
Identify the standard idiomatic expression
The correct fixed idiomatic phrase is 'turn the tables on someone'.
'Tables' completes the expression meaning to reverse a situation so that one gains an advantage over a competitor.

Key Concept

Idiom completion and contextual usage
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