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Idioms and phrases MCQs

Practice Idioms and Phrases MCQs with answers and detailed explanations. Learn the meanings, usage and interpretation of commonly used English idioms and phrases through multiple choice questions designed for SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Teaching and other competitive exams.

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Question #61
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cry over spilt milk'.
A. To spill milk
B. To feed a baby
C. To regret something that cannot be changed
D. To cry for milk
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to be unhappy about a past loss that is irreparable.
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Question #62
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cut corners'.
A. To shape wood
B. To do something cheaply or hastily
C. To be precise
D. To take a shortcut on a corner
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to save money or time by neglecting quality or rules.
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Question #63
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Cut the mustard'.
A. To chop mustard
B. To fail a test
C. To prepare food
D. To meet expectations
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means to be adequate or up to the required standard.
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Question #64
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Dead letter'.
A. A letter sent after death
B. An ineffective law or rule
C. A ghost message
D. An unread mail
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It refers to a regulation that is no longer enforced.
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Question #65
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Devil's advocate'.
A. A religious person
B. A lawyer for criminals
C. A wicked person
D. One who argues the opposite for the sake of debate
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means taking a contrary position to test the strength of an argument.
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Question #66
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Dog in the manger'.
A. A helpful animal
B. A farm worker
C. One who prevents others from using something useless to himself
D. A dog in a stable
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It describes a person who spitefully keeps something from others.
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Question #67
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Donkey's years'.
A. A short period
B. Productive years
C. A very long time
D. Years of a donkey
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means an extremely long duration.
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Question #68
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Down to earth'.
A. Depressed
B. Practical and realistic
C. On the ground
D. Floating
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means being humble, sensible, and unpretentious.
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Question #69
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Draw the line'.
A. To write
B. To set a limit
C. To draw a sketch
D. To erase
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to fix a boundary beyond which one will not go.
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Question #70
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Dressed to kill'.
A. Wearing a killer's outfit
B. Wearing armour
C. In casual clothes
D. Dressed glamorously to impress
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means wearing very fashionable or attractive clothes.
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Question #71
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Drop in the ocean'.
A. A tiny part of a much bigger problem
B. An ocean current
C. A drop of water
D. A large wave
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means a very small amount compared with what is needed.
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Question #72
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Dutch courage'.
A. True bravery
B. Fear
C. Courage of Dutch people
D. False courage from alcohol
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It refers to confidence gained by drinking alcohol.
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Question #73
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Dying to'.
A. Eagerly desiring to do something
B. Feeling ill
C. About to die
D. Avoiding
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means wanting to do something very much.
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Question #74
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Early bird catches the worm'.
A. Birds eat early
B. Sleeping late is good
C. Worms are for birds
D. Promptness brings rewards
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means those who act quickly and early get success.
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Question #75
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Eat humble pie'.
A. To enjoy a meal
B. To eat a pie
C. To apologize humbly
D. To be proud
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to admit one's error and make a humble apology.
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Question #76
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Elbow grease'.
A. Laziness
B. Grease for the elbow
C. A lubricant
D. Hard physical effort
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means vigorous manual labour or scrubbing.
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Question #77
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'End in smoke'.
A. To come to nothing; fail
B. To end with fire
C. To smoke a cigarette
D. To succeed
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means that all efforts yield no result.
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Question #78
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Every cloud has a silver lining'.
A. Dark clouds
B. Rain is coming
C. Clouds are silver
D. There is something good in every bad situation
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means every difficulty has a hopeful side.
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Question #79
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Face the music'.
A. To listen to a song
B. To face the unpleasant consequences of one's actions
C. To dance
D. To enjoy music
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to accept criticism or punishment bravely.
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Question #80
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fair-weather friend'.
A. A meteorologist
B. A dependable friend
C. A friend who supports only in good times
D. A friend who likes good weather
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It refers to a person who is a friend only when everything goes well.
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