Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Does my name ring a bell for you?

(MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To break into tears
(Constable GD 2021)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
The child made a wry face when he was denied entry into the museum.
(Constable GD Examination 2022)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
When those thugs come near you, run at the drop of a hat.
(MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A perfect storm
(Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023)

Select the sentence which gives the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A piece of cake
(CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.Hegnashed his teethat his son's actions.
(MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2024 )

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A big shot
(Talathi)

In the following question a statement has been given with highlighted text. You are required to replace the text with correct Idioms given in the options.
Do not (express your heart too openly in front of people) in your professional life!
(Fire Engine Mechanic Class 3 (Fire Service))

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
He was on cloud nine when he got admission in Cambridge University.
(MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2023)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Penny wise and pound foolish
(CHSL Exam 2022 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Radhika stood by Monica’s side through thick and thin.
(Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I)

The artist diligently worked in her studio for several months, ultimately bringing her vision to fruition.
What does the idiom "bring her vision to fruition" mean in this context?
(Assistant Manager Electrical)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Feel at sea
(Constable GD 2021)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.
The employee took the manager’s remark with a pinch of salt
(CGLE 2022 Tier II Paper I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
At a low ebb
(Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I )

Which of the following statements correctly uses the idiom 'at the eleventh hour’ by substituting the underlined words?

A. While organizing the event, we realized that we were running short of time.
B. The runner in the third place overtook the ones ahead of him at the last moment and won the race.
C. She believes in planning meticulously well in advance so that there is no exigency later.
D. He disturbed me late at night to inform me of his appointment as the Commissioner.





(IB ACIO II Exe)

Select the appropriate option that can substitute the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
R Ashwin proved to be a dark horse in his first test match against South Africa.
(Junior Judicial Assistant)

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

To laugh up one’s sleeve
(Regular Field Worker General candidates)

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

Flutter the dovecotes
(Jr.Field Engineer (Civil))

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Get the axe
(CHSL 2021 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Break new ground
(MTS Non Technical 2020)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"Idle hands are the devil’s tools"
(TCS)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Ruffle someone’s feathers
(Selection Post Matriculation Level)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.A piece of cake
(Selection Post Matriculation Level)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Cock-and-bull story
(Cluster 1)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.Hegoes hard withone and all.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.The Midas touch
(Nurse GNM)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the Idiom below.
“Sell like hot cakes “

(Talathi)

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
To breast the tape
(CHSL Exam 2022 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Fit as a fiddle
(Forest Guard)

Determine the meaning of the bracketed idiom from the statement given below.
The celebrity's glamorous lifestyle may seem perfect on social media, but (all that glitters is not gold), and it's crucial to recognize that everyone has their struggles and challenges.
(Assistant Section Officer (ASO))

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the idiom given below:
Up for grabs
(Assistant Superintendent)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Having a soft spot for
(Constable GD 2021)

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Ace in the hole
(CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Apple of one's eye
(MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2024 )

Select the most appropriate idiom for the given situation.

Geetika spoke a lot about her new movie. However, it came to nothing in the theatres.
(CHSL Exam 2023 Tier I)

Identify the meaning for the given idiom.
“hold one’s tongue”
(Assistant Manager IT)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Over and above
(TECHNICIAN GRADE I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Make up with (someone)
(MTS Non Technical 2020)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Through thick and thin
(TCS)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Take a toll
(Selection Post Matriculation Level)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Your guess is as good as mine
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024 )

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Lay hands on

(Constable GD Examination 2022)

Select the most appropriate idiom for the given situation.

Don’t annoy or irritate Raghav, otherwise he will oppose our proposal in the meeting.
(CHSL Exam 2023 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.an open book
(MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2024 )

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Fall between two stools
(Constable GD Examination 2025)

Select the appropriate idiom that can replace the underlined phrase in the following sentence.

It was a great chance. You missed out an opportunity.
(Constable GD Examination 2022)

Choose the idiom/phrase that can substitute the highlighted group of words meaningfully.

It was my first day in a new place and I feel uncomfortable and out of place.

(Field Engineer Environment)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Easy money
(CGLE 2021 Tier I)