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.
- stand by
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stand by : to help somebody or be friends with him, even in difficult situations
● I’ll stand by you at any cost. The best option is support.Correct Option: A
stand by : to help somebody or be friends with him, even in difficult situations
● I’ll stand by you at any cost. The best option is support.
- in black and white
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in black and white : in writing or in print
● I want you to put your offer in black and white. The best option is in writing.Correct Option: B
in black and white : in writing or in print
● I want you to put your offer in black and white. The best option is in writing.
- 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 unableCorrect 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
- 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.
- 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.
