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Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase which is underlined in the sentence.

The plans for a new school are a dead letter.

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Important Questions on Idioms

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Directions: In the following question, alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

I'll bet you dollar to doughnuts she won't accept his marriage proposal.

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Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given below.

Eat humble pie

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Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given below.

Ever and Anon

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Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given below.

End in smoke

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Directions: In the following question, a phrase/idiom has been given. From the given options, select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

Eke out

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For the following idioms, choose the most suitable option from the given ones.
 

Eye candy

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Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase which is underlined in the sentence.

You may become successful in your business someday. Every dog has his day.

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In the following sentences, four alternatives are given for the idioms/phrases. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idioms/phrases.

My brother is an early bird and gets up very early every morning.