IDIOMS Part =2

Total Questions: 50

21. Choose the option which means the same as the underlined segment. [SSC CPO 04/10/2023]

The boss wanted to finish the case before the arrival of the Inspection team.

 

Correct Answer: (b) be over and done with
Note:

finish.

22. Yamini is a great singer. She will make it big one day. [SSC CPO 04/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (c) Succeed and become famous
Note:

succeed and become famous.

23. Come what may [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (a) No matter what happens
Note:

no matter what happens.

E.g.- Despite the stormy weather forecast, they were determined to have a picnic in the park, come what may.

24. Christy should discuss this with her face to face. [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (c) With another person in their presence rather than, say, by phone or letter
Note:

with another person in their presence rather than, say, by phone or letter.

25. Apple of discord [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (d) Bone of contention
Note:

bone of contention / a subject or issue over which there is continuing disagreement.

E.g.- The choice of the movie for our family night became the apple of discord, as everyone had a different preference.

 

26. Break a leg [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (b) To wish someone good luck
Note:

to wish someone good luck.

E.g. Before his big performance, his friends told him, "Break a leg!" to wish him good luck.

27. Fit as a fiddle [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (a) In good health
Note:

in good health.

E.g.- Despite his age, he's still as fit as a fiddle and can run marathons without any trouble.

28. She can't make up her mind where to go for her summer vacation [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (c) Decide between alternatives or come to a decision
Note:

decide between alternatives or come to a decision.

 

29. To hit the nail on the head [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (d) To express an idea with great precision
Note:

to express an idea with great precision.

E.g.- When explaining the complex concept, the professor hit the nail on the head, making it clear to all the students.

30. Sanchit stands by his friends through thick and thin. [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (b) Under all circumstances
Note:

under all circumstances.

E.g.- The loyal dog remained with its owner through thick and thin, offering companionship and comfort in all situations.