In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase.
Something that is impossible to get or achieve.
The idiom Will-o'-the-wisp originally refers to flickering marsh lights that mislead travellers; figuratively it denotes a goal that is elusive and impossible to get or achieve.
The other options — warding off a person, spending recklessly, or accept-or-leave — have no link to this image of an unattainable pursuit. Hence option 1 is correct.
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