What does the idiom For a rainy day mean?
Correct answer(s):
- For a future time of need
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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What does the idiom Dutch courage mean?
Correct answer(s):
- Bravery gained from drinking alcohol
Choose the correct meaning of For all intents and purposes.
Correct answer(s):
- In all practical ways
Choose the correct meaning of Eager beaver.
Correct answer(s):
- A very enthusiastic and hardworking person
In English, what is meant by For better or worse?
Correct answer(s):
- Whether the result is good or bad
In English, what is meant by Eat one’s words?
Correct answer(s):
- Admit that what one said was wrong
Select the option that best explains For the most part.
Correct answer(s):
- Mostly; generally
Select the option that best explains Every inch.
Correct answer(s):
- Completely or in every way
Which option gives the correct meaning of From hand to mouth?
Correct answer(s):
- With just enough money or food to survive
Which option gives the correct meaning of Every nook and cranny?
Correct answer(s):
- Every small place
For SSC English, identify the meaning of From pillar to post.
Correct answer(s):
- From one place or person to another without success
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Fair and square.
Correct answer(s):
- Honestly and according to the rules
What is the figurative meaning of Fall on deaf ears?
Correct answer(s):
- Be ignored
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Come to grief.
Correct answer(s):
- Fail or end badly
What is the figurative meaning of Divide and rule?
Correct answer(s):
- Control people by making them disagree with each other
What is the figurative meaning of Come to the point?
Correct answer(s):
- Speak directly about the main matter
Which meaning matches the phrase Do more harm than good?
Correct answer(s):
- Cause more damage than benefit
Which meaning matches the phrase Come under fire?
Correct answer(s):
- Receive strong criticism
Choose the best interpretation of Do wonders.
Correct answer(s):
- Produce very good results
Choose the best interpretation of Common ground.
Correct answer(s):
- Shared opinions or interests