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“Take the wind out of someone’s sails” means:

ATo change the direction of someone

BTo make someone feel less confident

CTo destroy someone

DTo make someone more confident

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Correct Answer: B: To make someone feel less confident

Explanation: The correct answer is B: To make someone feel less confident. 'TAKE THE WIND OUT OF SOMEONE'S SAILS' means to make someone feel less confident or enthusiastic by unexpectedly challenging them.

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