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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 #81
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Feather in one's cap'.
A. An achievement to be proud of
B. A fashion accessory
C. A bird feather
D. A cap with a feather
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means a notable accomplishment or honour.
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Question #82
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Feel the pinch'.
A. To be pinched
B. To experience financial difficulty
C. To feel pain
D. To enjoy luxury
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to suffer from lack of money.
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Question #83
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fight tooth and nail'.
A. To bite and scratch
B. To fight fiercely and with all effort
C. To use teeth and nails
D. To surrender
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to struggle with great determination.
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Question #84
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fit as a fiddle'.
A. Fit like a violin
B. Out of shape
C. Musically talented
D. In very good physical health
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means being in excellent condition.
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Question #85
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Flash in the pan'.
A. A cooking mistake
B. A short-lived success
C. A permanent achievement
D. A bright flash
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It describes an initial success that is not sustained.
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Question #86
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Flesh and blood'.
A. Family or close relatives
B. Strangers
C. A medical term
D. Muscle and blood
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It refers to one's own kin or human nature.
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Question #87
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Fly off the handle'.
A. To lose one's temper suddenly
B. To fly in the air
C. To hold tightly
D. To break a handle
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to become extremely angry abruptly.
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Question #88
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Follow suit'.
A. To file a lawsuit
B. To do the same as others
C. To wear the same clothes
D. To ignore
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to imitate or copy someone's action.
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Question #89
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'For good'.
A. For a good purpose
B. For a nice person
C. Permanently
D. Temporarily
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means forever or for the last time.
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Question #90
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'From pillar to post'.
A. Very comfortably
B. From building to building
C. Staying in one place
D. From one place to another in a helpless manner
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means being moved from one problem or place to another.
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Question #91
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Get down to brass tacks'.
A. To start discussing the essential matters
B. To buy brass tacks
C. To polish metal
D. To go down stairs
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to begin to talk about the important practical details.
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Question #92
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Get the sack'.
A. To be promoted
B. To be dismissed from a job
C. To receive a bag
D. To get a gift
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It means to be fired or told to leave employment.
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Question #93
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Get wind of'.
A. To ignore news
B. To feel the wind
C. To hear a rumour or secret
D. To fly a kite
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to learn about something secret or private.
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Question #94
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Give the benefit of the doubt'.
A. To believe someone's statement without proof
B. To prove someone wrong
C. To give a benefit
D. To doubt someone
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to trust someone even when uncertain.
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Question #95
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Give up the ghost'.
A. To stop haunting
B. To give a ghost
C. To die or stop trying
D. To scare someone
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to cease functioning or to breathe one's last.
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Question #96
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Go bananas'.
A. To go shopping
B. To eat a banana
C. To peel fruit
D. To go crazy or become very excited
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It means to become wildly enthusiastic or angry.
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Question #97
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Go Dutch'.
A. To share the cost equally, especially a meal
B. To pay for everyone
C. To travel alone
D. To go to the Netherlands
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means each person pays for their own food or expenses.
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Question #98
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Go the extra mile'.
A. To make a special effort beyond what is expected
B. To run
C. To take a taxi
D. To walk an extra mile
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It means to do more than is required.
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Question #99
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Good Samaritan'.
A. A traveller
B. A person from Samaria
C. A charitable and helpful person
D. A selfish person
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It describes someone who selflessly helps others in need.
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Question #100
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Grease someone's palm'.
A. To apply oil on hands
B. To lotion skin
C. To bribe someone
D. To shake hands
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It means to give money secretly to get a favour.
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