Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
An ace up your sleeve
(Talathi)

Select the appropriate option that can substitute the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
Being the youngest member of the family Tim always gets the lion’s share of the sweets.
(Junior Judicial Assistant)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To be taken by surprise
(Talathi)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.Her success as a singer wasa nine days’ wonder.
(TCS)

What does the idiom 'Jump on the bandwagon' mean?
(Civil Engineer Assistant)

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

He is straightforward and honest and that’s why everyone appreciates him.
(Constable GD Examination 2022)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A leopard can't change his spots
(SICPO Paper I 2023)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence.
His idea of starting a cafe where only robots will serve food is just a flash in the pan.
(Talathi)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To hold good
(CHSL 2021 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom/phrase in the given sentence.
Henry said he would help with the rent, but he left me in the lurch.
(Selection Post Matriculation Level )

Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.
Her son came from Europe to meet her _________ after 20 years.
(CHSL Exam 2023 Tier I)

Substitute the underlined idiom with its correct meaning.
My grandfather prefers to work even after retirement as he believes it is better to wear out rather than to rust out.
(Naib Tehsildar)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Achilles’ Heel
(CGLE 2022 Tier II Paper I Extra Time)

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

(Clerk cum Typist Group C)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Face the music
(SICPO Paper I 2023)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Break a leg
(CHSL 2021 Tier I)

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the below quoted idiom:
“A bolt from the blue”

(Junior Secretariat Assistant)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
By the skin of your teeth
(MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2023)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
My cousin’s office is at a stone’s throw from my house.
(MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
He backed up his friend's claim.

(Head Constable Ministerial in Delhi Police Examination 2022)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Once in a blue moon
(MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2024 )

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

Somehow, he qualified for the UPSC exams in his last attempt by the skin of his teeth.
(Chlorinator Operator)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Bag of bones
(Junior Engineer (Civil))

Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following sentence.

Brave people never hide at the moment of decision.
(CHSL Exam 2023 Tier I)

In the following question a statement has been given with highlighted text. You are required to replace the text with correct Idioms or phrases given in the options.
I am absolutely terrified of skydiving, but I think once in my life, I will give it a try.

(Constable Driver and DCPO Group C)

In the following question a part of the statement is given in brackets. You are required to replace the text with correct Idioms given in the options.

If you have done something wrong, you have to (accept unpleasant consequences of your actions). There’s no escaping out of it.
(Civil Engineer)

Select the correct idiom that can substitute the italicised group of words in the given sentence.

Will humanity overcome the greed of leaders all around the world? This is the most important issue to be discussed today.
(Constable GD Examination 2022)

Select the appropriate meaning of the idiom “the heel of Achilles”
(Clerk)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Thick as thieves
(Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam 2020)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Break a leg
(JSA(JNV Cadre))

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A bolt from the blue
(CHSL Exam 2022 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Bolt from the blue

(MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021)

Select the most appropriate idiom to substitute the underlined group of words in the given sentence.

Once in a year, the management of the institute surveys the whole situation.


(Constable GD Examination 2022)

The sentence given below contains an idiom. Identify the idiom and choose its correct meaning from the given options.
I had a close shave this morning when a trailer unexpectedly swerved into my lane.
(Assistant Section Officer (ASO))

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Toe the line

(Constable GD 2021)

Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following sentence.

Shruti is a strange person because of her attitude.
(CHSL Exam 2023 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A rolling stone gathers no moss
(Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2022)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To face the music

(Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Break a leg
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined words in the given sentence.

Ritika had a narrow escape as she was driving recklessly on the highway.
(CHSL Exam 2023 Tier I)

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.
When they heard about the surprise quiz, the students were (not at all) excited.
(Fire Engine Mechanic Class 3 (Fire Service))

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the below quoted idiom from the below options:

“Once in a blue moon”
(Forest Guard)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Apple-pie order
(Junior Engineer (Civil))

Select the correct meaning of the idiom in bold and italics.
I had a close shave this morning – my car was hit badly by a bull.
(SICPO Paper I 2022)

Select the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Not see the wood for the trees

(Stenographer)

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

Dia looked thoroughly exhausted after the Marathon.

(Field Engineer CIVIL)

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

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Smooth sailing
(CGLE 2021 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Lion’s share
(CHSL 2021 Tier I)

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the idiom in the given brackets.

His PhD degree seems to be (Penelope’s web).
(Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I )