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Direction: In these questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase given in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase given in bold.

  1. The population of our country is increasing by leaps and bounds.








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    by leaps and bounds : rapidly; very quickly
    ● India is progressing by leaps and bounds. The best option is very quickly

    Correct Option: B

    by leaps and bounds : rapidly; very quickly
    ● India is progressing by leaps and bounds. The best option is very quickly

  1. If you are in the good books of the boss, you are sure to rise quickly.








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    in the good books : used for saying that somebody is pleased with you
    ● I cleaned the bathroom yesterday. So, I’m in mum’s good books. The best option is in favour with the boss.

    Correct Option: C

    in the good books : used for saying that somebody is pleased with you
    ● I cleaned the bathroom yesterday. So, I’m in mum’s good books. The best option is in favour with the boss.

  1. in the long run








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    in the long run : concerning a longer period in the future
    ● He realized that in the long run, their argument wouldn’t seem so useless. The best option is ultimately.

    Correct Option: D

    in the long run : concerning a longer period in the future
    ● He realized that in the long run, their argument wouldn’t seem so useless. The best option is ultimately.

  1. He expects his subordinates to be always at his beck and call








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    to be always at his beck and call : always ready to obey somebody’s orders
    ● There were a dozen of maids and waiters at our beck and call. The best option is at his disposal.

    Correct Option: C

    to be always at his beck and call : always ready to obey somebody’s orders
    ● There were a dozen of maids and waiters at our beck and call. The best option is at his disposal.

  1. The clerk turned a deaf ear to his officer’s advice.








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    turned a deaf ear : ignored/ refused to listen
    ● Sheela turned a deaf ear to our pleadings. The best option is disregarded.

    Correct Option: C

    turned a deaf ear : ignored/ refused to listen
    ● Sheela turned a deaf ear to our pleadings. The best option is disregarded.