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SSC - Idioms and Phrases Test-2
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    To play fast and loose

    Solutions

    The idiom "play fast and loose" means to behave irresponsibly or immorally. Option C expresses similar meaning of the idiom. So, it is the correct answer.

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    In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    Mealy mouthed

    Solutions

    The idiom “mealy – mouthed” means afraid to speak frankly or straightforwardly. Thus, option C is the correct answer.

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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    To sleep with the fishes

    Solutions

    The idiom "sleep with the fishes" means to be killed and have one's body disposed of in the sea or other body of water. Option D is the correct explanation of the idiom.

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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    To be taken aback

    Solutions

    "Take aback" is a phrasal verb which means to surprise or shock someone so much that they do not know how to behave for a short time. The verb "startle" means to do something unexpected that surprises or worries someone. It gives similar meaning as the given phrase. So, option A is the correct answer.

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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    Bad blood

    Solutions

    The phrase 'bad blood' means enmity or bitterness between individuals or groups. Hence, option C is the most suitable answer.

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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.3

    Make from scratch

    Solutions

    The phrase "make from scratch" means to do something from the beginning. Hence, option B is the correct answer.

  • Question 7/10
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    Drag one's feet

    Solutions

    The phrase “drag one’s feet” refers to being deliberately slow and reluctant to act. The correct answer is option C.

  • Question 8/10
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase..

    For all intents and purposes

    Solutions

    The phrase “for all intents and purposes” implies something which refers to something which is of functional purpose and implies practicality. Hence “Practically” is the best response.

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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    In the running

    Solutions

    The idiom "in the running" means having a chance of being successful, esp. in a competition or election. Thus, option D is the correct answer.

  • Question 10/10
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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

    Caught red-handed

    Solutions

    The phrase "catch red-handed" means to discover someone while he/she is doing the wrong act. Thus, option D is the correct answer.

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