Some idioms/phrases are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of the idiom/phrase: 'To leave someone in the lurch'.
- ATo come to a compromise with someone
- BConstant source of annoyance to someone
- CTo put someone at ease
- DTo desert someone in his difficulties
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