81)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Of the first water

SSC CGL 2018

A)

Leading a comfortable life

B)

Acting contrary to the one’s interests

C)

Critically important

D)

Of the best quality

82)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Reap the whirlwind

SSC CGL 2018

A)

Providing that other factors or circumstance remain the same

B)

Suffer negative consequences as a result of one’s actions

C)

An indication that something is accepted or regarded favourably

D)

Believing that moderation is more satisfying than excess

83)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Up against the wall

SSC CGL 2018

A)

To take care of themselves and their own interests and safety

B)

In a disorderly fashion

C)

In an inextricable situation

D)

Performing well in a difficult or competitive situation

84)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

With a vengeance

SSC CGL 2018

A)

A complete disaster

B)

Having similar views or attitude to something

C)

To look out for something without particular attention

D)

Used to emphasize the degree to which somethings occurs

85)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Whoop it up

SSC CGL 2018

A)

Enjoying in a noisy way, usually in a group

B)

Be continually reminded of an unpleasant topic

C)

Be totally ignorant or incompetent

D)

Used as an exhortation to overcome or be rid of something

86)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Chicken-hearted

SSC CGL 2020

A)

Generous

B)

Miserly

C)

Selfish

D)

Cowardly

87)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
By and by

SSC CGL 2020

A)

Gradually

B)

Suddenly

C)

On the whole

D)

By any means

88)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given Idiom.
Hobson's Choice

SSC CGL 2020

A)

To be in an aggressive mood when facing a challenge

B)

To exercise the choice to surrender before the enemy

C)

An apparently free choice where there is no real alternative

D)

To challenge an unworthy opponent

89)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given Idiom.
To add fuel to the fire

SSC CGL 2020

A)

Exploit someone

B)

To make a bad situation worse

C)

Calm down the situation

D)

Simplify the problem

90)

In each of the questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and click the button corresponding to it.

SSC CGL 2016

A)

Professionals

B)

Professionals and con artists

C)

Con artists

D)

 Advantages and disadvantages