Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the idiom/phrase in bold.
She was in a brown study and did not notice any entrance.
Important Questions on Idioms and Phrases
Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the idiom/phrase in bold.
The boy had a hair-breadth escape from a street accident.
Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the idiom/phrase in bold.
When he tells stories about himself, he is inclined to show the longbow.
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.
The great warrior; Baji Prabhu, held the enemy at bay but was killed in the end.
Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the idiom/phrase in bold.
In spite of the efforts of all peace-loving people, world peace is still a far cry.
Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the idiom/phrase in bold.
He has reached his present position in his job through elbow grease.
In the following question, some alternatives are suggested for the idiom/phrase given in bold in the sentence. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
He was a king who ruled his subjects with a high hand.
Direction: Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase shown in bold in the sentence given below. Choose the alternative that best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.
Discipline is on the wane in schools and colleges these days.
Direction: Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase shown in bold in the sentence given below. Choose the alternative that best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.
Eloquent lamentations regarding the fate of flora and fauna are certain to be rendered a cry in the wilderness.
