Which of the following describes the relationship between an idiomatic phrase and a literal phrase?(1 point)

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An idiomatic phrase restates the meaning of a literal phrase to make it easier for a reader to understand.
An idiomatic phrase restates the meaning of a literal phrase to make it easier for a reader to understand.

A literal phrase is the straightforward language that interprets the figurative meaning of an idiomatic phrase.
A literal phrase is the straightforward language that interprets the figurative meaning of an idiomatic phrase.

An idiomatic phrase presents non-literal language that influences the connotation of the literal phrase.
An idiomatic phrase presents non-literal language that influences the connotation of the literal phrase.

A literal phrase indirectly states the meaning of an idiomatic phrase.

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The best description of the relationship between an idiomatic phrase and a literal phrase is:

An idiomatic phrase presents non-literal language that influences the connotation of the literal phrase.

This option accurately captures the essence of idiomatic phrases, which are often figurative and can shape the meaning or emotional tone of the straightforward, literal phrases.