Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. On its last legs

🧠 Explanation

The idiom “on its last legs” means:

👉 Something is very weak, worn out, or close to failing/ending

✔️ So, the most appropriate meaning is:
👉 “in a bad condition”

✔️ Usage Example:

• My old laptop is on its last legs.
  👉 (It is about to stop working)

❌ Why the other options are incorrect:

a. Last choice
👉 Means final option
❌ Not related to condition

c. Creeping on legs
👉 Literal meaning
❌ Idioms are not taken literally

d. Slow movement
👉 Means moving slowly
❌ Does not express “about to fail”

✨ Extra Facts

🔹 Origin of the Idiom
👉 It comes from animals (like horses) that are so weak they can barely stand on their legs.

🔹 Similar Idioms

• At death’s door → very close to failure/end
• Worn out → completely used or tired
• Run-down → in poor condition

🔹 Can be used for:

• Machines → The car is on its last legs.
• People → He looked on his last legs after the marathon.

🎯 Exam Tip

👉 Idioms often have non-literal meanings, so:

• Don’t translate word by word
• Focus on the overall idea/context 👍