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Idioms and Phrases — Questions with Solutions

2 solved Idioms and Phrases questions from English Comprehension, as asked in SSC CGL and other SSC exams. Read the answer and explanation below, then practise the full set in the practice section.

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Q1. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: At sixes and sevens

मुहावरे का सही अर्थ चुनें: At sixes and sevens

  1. A. A dilemma between two evils
  2. B. A free and fair decision
  3. C. In complete confusion
  4. D. A selection made under duress

Solution

'At sixes and sevens' means a state of total confusion.

Q2. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Leave no stone unturned

Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Leave no stone unturned

  1. A. To keep shifting from one place to another repeatedly
  2. B. To make every possible effort to achieve a goal
  3. C. To remain quiet as a form of protest
  4. D. To obey someone without questioning

Solution

The idiom 'leave no stone unturned' means to use every possible means or exhaust all resources to achieve an objective.