Choose the correct meaning of Hold the fort.
Correct answer(s):
- Be responsible while someone else is away
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Choose the correct meaning of Have a bone to pick.
Correct answer(s):
- Have a complaint to discuss
In English, what is meant by Hot under the collar?
Correct answer(s):
- Angry or annoyed
In English, what is meant by Have a field day?
Correct answer(s):
- Enjoy a chance to do something freely or successfully
Select the option that best explains In a bind.
Correct answer(s):
- In a difficult situation
In English, what is meant by Go down the drain?
Correct answer(s):
- Be wasted or lost
Select the option that best explains Go for broke.
Correct answer(s):
- Risk everything to try to succeed
Which option gives the correct meaning of Go off the rails?
Correct answer(s):
- Start behaving badly or losing control
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Go out on a limb.
Correct answer(s):
- Take a risk by supporting or saying something
What is the figurative meaning of Go the whole hog?
Correct answer(s):
- Do something completely and thoroughly
What is the figurative meaning of Gain ground?
Correct answer(s):
- Become more accepted or successful
Which meaning matches the phrase Go through the motions?
Correct answer(s):
- Do something without real interest or effort
Which meaning matches the phrase Get a foothold?
Correct answer(s):
- Obtain a first strong position
Choose the best interpretation of Good riddance.
Correct answer(s):
- Relief that someone or something unwanted is gone
Choose the best interpretation of Get away with.
Correct answer(s):
- Escape punishment or avoid the consequences
What idea does Grasp at straws usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Try any possible solution when hope is low
What idea does Get carried away usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Become too excited and lose control
Which explanation is closest to Grease the wheels?
Correct answer(s):
- Make a process easier or faster
Which explanation is closest to Get down to brass tacks?
Correct answer(s):
- Begin discussing the most important practical details
How should we understand Green with envy in a sentence?
Correct answer(s):
- Very jealous