Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom in quotes: Having grown up in a small village, Ravi felt "like a fish out of water" at the glittering city party.

(C) awkward in unfamiliar surroundings

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom in quotes: Having grown up in a small village, Ravi felt "like a fish out of water" at the glittering city party.
1. A extremely thirsty and tired after the journey
2. B excited and full of energy all evening
3. C awkward in unfamiliar surroundings
4. D admired by everyone present at the party
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Correct answer: (C) awkward in unfamiliar surroundings

"Like a fish out of water" describes someone who feels awkward because the place or situation is unfamiliar.

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