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English, 31.10.2019 11:31 Redhead667

The use of the phrase "fly in the ointment" can be traced to these lines from the bible:
dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour. (from eccl. 10: 1 king james version)
based on the context in the source, what is the most likely meaning of the phrase "fly in the ointment" in general use?
a) a foolish person who is considered wise
b) a minor flaw that ruins a person or object
c) an example of one man’s repeated poor judgment
d) a worthless person or object that people mistakenly value

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