Directions: In this question you are required to choose the correct meaning of the idiom/phrase given in italics in the sentence.
He cannot be allowed to ride roughshod over his colleagues with his ambitious plans.
To give due respect to
Incorrect AnswerTo surpass others
Incorrect AnswerTo desert someone
Incorrect AnswerTo act without caring
Correct AnswerExplanation:
Ride roughshod over (idiom):
to act without caring about how you will effect someone or something.
to act in the way you want to, ignoring rules, traditions, or other people's wishes
This term alludes to the practice of arming horses with horseshoes mounted with projecting nails or points, which both gave them better traction and served as a weapon against fallen enemy soldiers. By 1800 it was being used figuratively for bullying behavior.
Ex: He was a bully and rode roughshod over his workers whenever he felt they weren't working hard enough.
They accused the government of riding roughshod over parliamentary procedure.
Hence, option D is correct.
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By: Brijesh Kumar