Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).He gave an unsatisfactory excuse but the boss swallowed it hook, line and sinker?

Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).He gave an unsatisfactory excuse but the boss swallowed it hook, line and sinker?

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The phrase "hook, line and sinker" means to believe something completely or without any doubt. Therefore, the option that is opposite in meaning would be "with a pinch of salt," which means to doubt or not completely believe something.