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A. To have a tool that needs sharpening
B. To be skilled at woodworking
C. To have a personal interest or grievance
D. To be ready for hard work

Submitted by: Areesha Khan

The idiom “have an axe to grind” means to have a particular personal interest, often a hidden agenda or grievance, that influences one’s actions or opinions. It suggests that someone is motivated by their own concerns or issues rather than being objective. Therefore, “to have a personal interest or grievance” is the correct meaning of this idiom.

Correct Answer: To have a personal interest or grievance

Last Updated: May 26, 2024