Idioms and Phrases

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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.

  1. at a loss








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    at a loss : not knowing what to say/do l I was so surprised that
    ● was at a loss for words. The best option is unable

    Correct Option: B

    at a loss : not knowing what to say/do l I was so surprised that
    ● was at a loss for words. The best option is unable

  1. a lame excuse








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    a lame excuse : weak and difficult to believe; unconvencing
    ● He always gives lame excuses. The best option is unsatisfactory explanation.

    Correct Option: A

    a lame excuse : weak and difficult to believe; unconvencing
    ● He always gives lame excuses. The best option is unsatisfactory explanation.

  1. hand in glove








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    hand in glove : working closely with somebody, especialy in a secret and/or illegal way
    ● The teacher and the Principal work hand in glove. The best option is very intimate.

    Correct Option: C

    hand in glove : working closely with somebody, especialy in a secret and/or illegal way
    ● The teacher and the Principal work hand in glove. The best option is very intimate.

  1. a hard nut to crack








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    a hard nut to crack : a difficult problem/situation to deal with
    ● This assignment is a hard nut to crack. The best option is a difficult problem.

    Correct Option: B

    a hard nut to crack : a difficult problem/situation to deal with
    ● This assignment is a hard nut to crack. The best option is a difficult problem.

  1. for better or worse








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    for better or worse : used for saying that something cannot be changed, whether the result is good/bad
    ● He trusts everyone, for better or worse. The best option is always.

    Correct Option: B

    for better or worse : used for saying that something cannot be changed, whether the result is good/bad
    ● He trusts everyone, for better or worse. The best option is always.