Select the best explanation of A leap in the dark.
Correct answer(s):
- A risky action taken without knowing the result
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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In English grammar, how should A change of tack be understood?
Correct answer(s):
- A change in method, plan, or direction
Which answer explains A matter of principle correctly?
Correct answer(s):
- An issue based on a moral rule or firm belief
Which option gives the closest meaning of A checkered career?
Correct answer(s):
- A career marked by both successes and failures or controversies
Which meaning best matches the idiom A means to an end?
Correct answer(s):
- Something done only to achieve a larger purpose
For HSC English, what is the meaning of A cog in the machine?
Correct answer(s):
- A small and unimportant part of a large system
Identify the correct meaning of the expression A counsel of despair.
Correct answer(s):
- Advice that accepts failure and offers no real hope
What idea is expressed by A creature of habit?
Correct answer(s):
- A person who prefers fixed routines and familiar ways
Select the best explanation of A cut-throat competition.
Correct answer(s):
- Very severe competition in which people may act ruthlessly
Which answer explains A dim view of correctly?
Correct answer(s):
- A disapproving or negative opinion about something
Which option gives the correct meaning of Keep one’s nose clean?
Correct answer(s):
- Avoid trouble or wrongdoing
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Keep the ball rolling.
Correct answer(s):
- Keep an activity or discussion continuing
What is the figurative meaning of Keep the wolf from the door?
Correct answer(s):
- Earn enough to avoid hunger or poverty
Which meaning matches the phrase Know no bounds?
Correct answer(s):
- Have no limits
Choose the best interpretation of Lame excuse.
Correct answer(s):
- A weak or unconvincing reason
What idea does Last but not least usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Last in order but still important
Pick the correct meaning of the expression It goes without saying.
Correct answer(s):
- It is obvious and does not need to be said
Which answer best defines Keep a low profile?
Correct answer(s):
- Avoid attracting attention
What does the idiom Keep body and soul together mean?
Correct answer(s):
- Manage to stay alive with very little money
Choose the correct meaning of Keep one’s chin up.
Correct answer(s):
- Remain cheerful in a difficult time