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When the police came, thieves took to their heels.

A. were taken by surprise

B. took to flight

C. took shelter in a tall building

D. unconditionally surrendered

E. opened indiscriminate fire

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

took to their heels: To flee or run away.

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