In the question below select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: He was between the devil and the deep blue sea

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 1993 Subject: English Language

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In the question below select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence:

He was between the devil and the deep blue sea

Answer Details
The sentence "He was between the devil and the deep blue sea" means that the person is in a difficult situation and is faced with two equally unpleasant options or choices. This can be understood as being in a dilemma. Therefore, the correct option is "He was in a dilemma."
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