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CDS - Idioms & Phrases Test 1034
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    Directions For Questions

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

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    Set in stone
    Solutions

    If something is “set in stone”, it means that it cannot be changed or is difficult to change. That is why D is the correct choice for this question.

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    Direction: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (c) or (d) which is the most appropriate expression.

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    To throw one’s weight around
    Solutions

    “To throw one’s weight around” means to behave or act in a way as to show your power or authority. That is why A is the right answer.

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    Directions: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (e) or (d) which is the most appropriate meaning.

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    Make light of
    Solutions

    The meaning of the phrase ‘make light of’ is ‘treat as unimportant’.

    For example: The president tried to make light of the allegations, but the reporters weren't letting him off the hook.

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    Directions For Questions

    Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (A), (B), (C) or (D) which is the most appropriate expression and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.

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    Harp on the same string

    Solutions

    The idiom “Harp on the same string” means To dwell tediously and repeatedly upon a single subject or topic, especially in a complaint.

    Hence, option C conveys the correct meaning of the idiom.

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    Direction: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response A, B, C or D. which is the most appropriate expression.

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    Throw cold water
    Solutions

    The idiom “throw cold water” is used to show disapproval and discouragement. Therefore, the answer is option D.

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