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. 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.


  1. 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.



  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.