Choose the phrase that completes the given idiom: It is wisely said, "_________ gathers no moss." Option 1: A sleeping dog Option 2: A rolling stone Option 3: A flying bird Option 4: An empty vessel

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CUET English - Choose the phrase that completes the given idiom: It is wisely said, "_________ gathers no moss." | PYQs + Solutions

CUET English 2025 29 May Shift 1

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A sleeping dog

A rolling stone

A flying bird

An empty vessel

✅ Correct Option: 2

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