In the following question, four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in bold and italics in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

I did not mind what he was saying, he was only talking through his hat.

A.

talking nonsense

B.

talking ignorantly

C.

talking irresponsibly

D.

talking insultingly

Correct answer is A

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