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.

  1. to take someone for a ride









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    to take someone for a ride : to cheat or trick somebody
    ● Nowadays, the salesmen take us for a ride. The best option is to deceive someone.

    Correct Option: B

    to take someone for a ride : to cheat or trick somebody
    ● Nowadays, the salesmen take us for a ride. The best option is to deceive someone.


  1. in cold blood









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    in cold blood : acting in a way that is deliberately cruel; with no pity
    ● The killer walked up and shot the woman in cold blood. The best option is angrily.

    Correct Option: A

    in cold blood : acting in a way that is deliberately cruel; with no pity
    ● The killer walked up and shot the woman in cold blood. The best option is angrily.


  1. a damp squib









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    a damp squib : an event that is disappointing because it is not so exciting or impressive as expected
    ● The party turned out to be a bit of a damp squib. The best option is a disappointing result

    Correct Option: B

    a damp squib : an event that is disappointing because it is not so exciting or impressive as expected
    ● The party turned out to be a bit of a damp squib. The best option is a disappointing result


  1. to call it a day









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    to call it a day : to decide or agree to stop doing something; to retire
    ● I’m tired. Let’s call it a day. None of the above

    Correct Option: D

    to call it a day : to decide or agree to stop doing something; to retire
    ● I’m tired. Let’s call it a day. None of the above


  1. to put up with









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    to put up with : to tolerate
    ● I cannot put up with your constant complaining any longer. The best option is to tolerate.

    Correct Option: D

    to put up with : to tolerate
    ● I cannot put up with your constant complaining any longer. The best option is to tolerate.