IDIOMS Part =2

Total Questions: 50

41. Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined word segment [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

He seems to be undecided about whether to move to another city for better prospects.

Correct Answer: (d) Sitting on the fence
Note:

to be undecided

42. Bite the bullet [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (a) Decide to do the inevitable which you were avoiding
Note:

decide to do the inevitable which you were avoiding.

43. Spill the beans [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (c) Give away a secret
Note:

give away a secret

44. Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given sentence. [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

She said she liked my hair, but it turned out to be a left handed compliment.

 

Correct Answer: (d) An insult
Note:

An insult

45. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

The team leader tried to remain positive or optimistic in the situation, even though they were facing tough competition and limited resources.

 

Correct Answer: (c) to put a brave face on
Note:

to remain positive or optimistic

46. He was carried off his feet when he was declared to have won the prize. [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (b) Was wild with excitement
Note:

was wild with excitement

47. The new routine will suit you to a T. [SSC CPO 05/10/2023]

Correct Answer: (d), exactly
Note:

exactly

48. Call the shots [SSC MTS 01/09/2023]

Correct Answer: (b) To be in a position to make decisions that influences a situation
Note:

to be in a position to make decisions that influence a situation.

E.g.- Since it's your project, you get to call the shots and decide how it's done.

 

49. Cup of tea [SSC MTS 01/09/2023]

Correct Answer: (d) Something one likes/excels in
Note:

something one likes/excels in.

E.g.- Cooking isn't my cup of tea. I would rather order takeout.

50. The council president is known to play devil's advocate often. [SSC MTS 01/09/2023]

Correct Answer: (c) To argue, just for the sake of it
Note:

to argue, just for the sake of it.