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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.

She has a bee in her bonnet and can say anything.

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Important Questions on Previous Years' Questions

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In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

I trusted him but he played me false.

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In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

When trade was brisk, he worked hard and made his fortune; he believes in making hay while the Sun shines.

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In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

When they were surrounded from all sides, the dacoits laid down their arms.

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In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

Since you could not accept a timely warning, it's no use repenting now. Why cry over spilt milk?

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Directions :In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

John's offer of help was turned down by the police.

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In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

There was a job for me to cut my teeth on.

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In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

Chintan is so innocent that he wears his heart on his sleeve.

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Directions :In the following question, an idiom/phrase has been highlighted/underlined/italicised in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

The teacher was taken aback by the student's remark.