Select the option that best explains In principle.
Correct answer(s):
- In general idea, though not always in detail
Subject
English Grammar
English grammar is the structure of expressions in the English language. This includes the structure of words, phrases, clauses and sentences. There are certain differences in grammar between the standard forms of British English, American English and Australian English, although these are inconspicuous compared with the lexical and pronunciation differences.
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Which option gives the correct meaning of In question?
Correct answer(s):
- Being discussed or doubted
For SSC English, identify the meaning of In the balance.
Correct answer(s):
- Uncertain and depending on what happens next
Which option gives the correct meaning of Have an eye for?
Correct answer(s):
- Be good at noticing or judging something
For SSC English, identify the meaning of In a flash.
Correct answer(s):
- Very quickly
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Have no bearing on.
Correct answer(s):
- Have no connection or effect
What is the figurative meaning of In a fog?
Correct answer(s):
- Confused and unable to think clearly
What is the figurative meaning of Have one’s hands full?
Correct answer(s):
- Be very busy
Which meaning matches the phrase Have one’s way?
Correct answer(s):
- Get what one wants
Choose the best interpretation of Have the last word.
Correct answer(s):
- Make the final decision or final remark
What idea does Heart of the matter usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- The central or most important point
Which explanation is closest to Heaven knows?
Correct answer(s):
- Nobody knows; it is uncertain
How should we understand High and dry in a sentence?
Correct answer(s):
- Left helpless or without support
What does the phrase Hit below the belt suggest?
Correct answer(s):
- Act unfairly or cruelly
Pick the correct meaning of the expression Hit the road.
Correct answer(s):
- Leave or start a journey
Which answer best defines Hit the sack?
Correct answer(s):
- Go to bed
What does the idiom Hold one’s ground mean?
Correct answer(s):
- Refuse to move back or change one's position
What does the idiom Hard and fast mean?
Correct answer(s):
- Fixed and not changeable
Choose the correct meaning of Hold the fort.
Correct answer(s):
- Be responsible while someone else is away
Choose the correct meaning of Have a bone to pick.
Correct answer(s):
- Have a complaint to discuss