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Idiom, “Meat and potatoes”, means: ____________?

AImportant and necessary food

BImportant and basic parts of something

CUnnecessary parts of something

DUnpredictable things

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Correct Answer: B: Important and basic parts of something

Explanation: The correct answer is B: Important and basic parts of something. 'MEAT AND POTATOES' means the important and basic or fundamental parts of something — the essential core elements.

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