SSCCGL english language and comprehension

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To strain every nerve

  • to make utmost efforts

  • to feel weak and tired

  • to be a diligent worker

  • to be methodical in work

Solution

A.

to make utmost efforts

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SSCCGLENEL12017907

In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To flog a dead horse

  • to whip a dead horse

  • to attempt to do the impossible

  • waste one's efforts

  • to take advantage of a weakness

Solution

C.

waste one's efforts

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SSCCGLENEL12017908

In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To show a clean pair of heels

  • to hide

  • to escape

  • to pursue

  • to follow

Solution

B.

to escape

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To die in a harness

  • premeditated murder

  • dying young in an accident

  • to die while in service

  • to be taken by surprise

Solution

C.

to die while in service

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In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To feather one's nest

  • to make a residential house

  • something that lasts for a short time

  • to profit in a dishonest way

  • None of the above

Solution

C.

to profit in a dishonest way