Idioms and Phrases
Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
- to bring to light
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to bring to light : to make new information known to people
● After careful investigation all the facts of the case were brought to light. The best option is to reveal.Correct Option: A
to bring to light : to make new information known to people
● After careful investigation all the facts of the case were brought to light. The best option is to reveal.
- on the spur of the moment
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on the spur of the moment : suddenly, without planning in advance
● We decided to go on the spur of the moment. The best option is to act at once.Correct Option: A
on the spur of the moment : suddenly, without planning in advance
● We decided to go on the spur of the moment. The best option is to act at once.
- to have something up one’s sleeve
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to have something up one’s sleeve : to have a secret plan
● I have something up my sleeve that will solve all your problems. The best option is to have a secret plan.Correct Option: C
to have something up one’s sleeve : to have a secret plan
● I have something up my sleeve that will solve all your problems. The best option is to have a secret plan.
- a red letter day
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a red-letter day : an important day
● 15th August is a red-letter day in the history of India. The best option is an important or joyful occasion in one’s life.Correct Option: C
a red-letter day : an important day
● 15th August is a red-letter day in the history of India. The best option is an important or joyful occasion in one’s life.
- to explore every avenue
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to explore every avenue : to investigate every possible means to find a solution to a given problem or to achieve a desired outcome
● We’ve explored all avenues but I just can’t see how we can continue living in this house. The best option is to try every opportunity.Correct Option: D
to explore every avenue : to investigate every possible means to find a solution to a given problem or to achieve a desired outcome
● We’ve explored all avenues but I just can’t see how we can continue living in this house. The best option is to try every opportunity.