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SSC - Idioms & Phrases Test-3
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  • Question 1/10
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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.

    Close but no cigar

    Solutions

    The idiom “close but no cigar” is used when one is almost correct or successful but ultimately fails. Thus, option A 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.

    Argus eyed

    Solutions

    The idiom "argus eyed" means to be observant, vigilant or watchful. Option D 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 make amends.

    Solutions

    To make amends means to compensate, as for an injury, loss, or insult.

     

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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.

    Let one’s hair down

    Solutions

    The idiom “let one’s hair down” means to relax and enjoy oneself due to being in a comfortable situation. Therefore, 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 make a fuss about

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    The idiom "make a fuss about" means to complaint or protest, esp. about something relatively unimportant and excessively display attention. Thus, option D 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.

    Back against the wall

    Solutions

    Back against the wall means in a very bad position or situation so option C 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.

    Give it a whirl

    Solutions

    Give it a whirl means to give something a try so option D is the correct answer

     

  • 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.

    Damp squib

    Solutions

    Damp squib means a situation or event which failed to meet the expectations. Therefore, option A 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 accept the gauntlet

    Solutions

    The idom "accept/ take up/ pick up the gauntlet" means to accept or attempt a challenge or invitation, as to fight, argue, or compete someone. Hence, option A 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.

    Herculean task

    Solutions

    A herculean task is something which is very difficult to do or perform. Thus, option D is the correct answer.

     

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