In English, what is meant by As good as one’s word?
Correct answer(s):
- Keeping a promise
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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Select the option that best explains At a loose end.
Correct answer(s):
- Not knowing what to do or having nothing useful to do
Which option gives the correct meaning of At a premium?
Correct answer(s):
- Scarce and therefore valuable
For SSC English, identify the meaning of At cross purposes.
Correct answer(s):
- Misunderstanding each other while working toward different aims
What is the figurative meaning of At daggers drawn?
Correct answer(s):
- Very hostile and ready to quarrel
Which meaning matches the phrase At full stretch?
Correct answer(s):
- Using all one's strength, effort, or resources
What is the figurative meaning of A pipe dream?
Correct answer(s):
- An unrealistic hope or plan
Which meaning matches the phrase All and sundry?
Correct answer(s):
- Everyone without distinction
Which meaning matches the phrase A poor show?
Correct answer(s):
- A disappointing performance or result
Choose the best interpretation of All in a day’s work.
Correct answer(s):
- A normal part of one's duty or job
Choose the best interpretation of A red herring.
Correct answer(s):
- Something that distracts attention from the real issue
What idea does A rising tide lifts all boats usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- A general improvement that benefits everyone
Which explanation is closest to A safe pair of hands?
Correct answer(s):
- A reliable person who can be trusted with responsibility
How should we understand A sea change in a sentence?
Correct answer(s):
- A very big change
What does the phrase A sitting duck suggest?
Correct answer(s):
- An easy target for attack or criticism
Pick the correct meaning of the expression A snowball effect.
Correct answer(s):
- A situation where something grows larger or more serious over time
Which answer best defines A sore point?
Correct answer(s):
- A subject that makes someone upset or angry
Which answer best defines A man of letters?
Correct answer(s):
- A person who is highly educated and skilled in literature
What does the idiom A stumbling block mean?
Correct answer(s):
- An obstacle that makes progress difficult
What does the idiom A mixed blessing mean?
Correct answer(s):
- Something that has both good and bad effects