English: Idioms and Phrases Set 2
Important Idioms and Phrases useful for various exams like Banking, SSC CGL, CPO, CHSL, High Court and other exams. Important Idioms SSC CGL 2017 Exam.
Though the topic Idioms and Phrases is asked in SSC and related exams, but it is important for other exams as well as a part of general English
- To speak one’s mind
A) to be frank and honest
B) to think aloud
C) to talk about one’s ideas
D) to express ones thoughts
- To make a mountain of a molehill
A) to make advantage of small things
B) to give great importance to little things
C) to get into trouble
D) to see things with prejudiced mind
- Hand in glove
A) in close relationship
B) non cooperative
C) critical
D) on bad terms
- To add fuel to the fire
A) to make matters bright
B) to cause additional anger
C) to bring matters to a conclusion
D) to start a revolt
- Wear and Tear
A) a brand name
B) damage
C) lot of sorrow
D) a warning
- Gift of the gab
A) being lucky
B) getting something free
C) talent for speaking
D) great skill
- Run down
A) fight with
B) follow
C) make a mention of
D) criticise
- To make both ends meet
A) to lead a lavish life
B) to live within one’s income
C) to live a miserly life
D) to lead an active life
- Pore over
A) go through
B) go down
C) go off
D) go out
- Cross swords
A) fight physically
B) cross the road on meeting
C) took different routes
D) disagreed