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Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A fair weather friend

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    an unreliable friend
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    a dependable friend
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    a friend turned into an enemy
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    a jealous friend
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Answer : 1. "an unreliable friend"
Explanation :

The given idiom is 'a fair-weather friend'. This idiom means - a person whose friendship cannot be relied on in times of difficulty. For example: Don't rely on her, she is a fair-weather friend.

Q:

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

To play with fire

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    Feel sick
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    To take foolish risk
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    To abuse
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    Show disappointment
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Answer : 2. "To take foolish risk"

Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.

It was a Catch 22 situation for the manager.

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    Worthy successor to the throne
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    A difficult situation in which the solution to a problem is impossible
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    Hailed as the ultimate champion
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    A positive outcome in a tough situation
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Answer : 2. "A difficult situation in which the solution to a problem is impossible"

Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Take exception

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    appreciate
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    object to
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    care for
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    deny
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Answer : 2. "object to"
Explanation :

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom is 'Object to'. The definition of it is as follows: Take exception: Disagree with, object to, or to be offended or made angry by something or someone.

Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To call the shots
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    to be the person in charge
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    to be blissfully happy
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    to be in debt
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    to lack control
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Answer : 1. "to be the person in charge"
Explanation :

The correct answer is "to be the person in charge". Key Points. Given Idiom: To call the shots means to be the person in charge, to have control over the progress of a situation. For example, With no boss to call the shots, he drew ideas from all over.

Q:

In the following questions, an idiomatic expression and its four meanings are given. Find out the correct meaning of the idiomatic expression.

To be in the doldrums
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    to be in a tough spot
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    to be caught lying
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    to be caught in a hurricane
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    to be misunderstood
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    to be in low spirits
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Answer : 5. "to be in low spirits"
Explanation :

The idiom, 'to be in the doldrums' means 'to be depressed, low spirited or sluggish'. The use of the idiom can be seen in the following sentence: Harry has been in the doldrums ever since he lost his job as a print journalist.

Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Cake walk

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    Something tasty
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    Something easy
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    Something sweet
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    Something enjoyable
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Answer : 2. "Something easy"
Explanation :

"Cake walk" is used to describe something that is extremely easy or effortless, like a simple task.

Q:

Select the correct option of the idiom/phrase.

"A closed book"

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    The subject or person that you
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    Ordinary persons
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    In a way that is sincere
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    Have a secret plan in reserve
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Answer : 1. "The subject or person that you"

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