Idioms & Phrases

Which explanation is closest to At one’s disposal?

• Be the first to do something and show the way for others
• Wait patiently for the right opportunity
• Make financial records correct or make income equal expenses
• Available for someone to use

Which explanation is closest to An acid test?

• A decisive test that proves the real quality of something
• With all belongings; completely
• Only when all other choices have failed
• Angry or bitter feelings between people

How should we understand At one’s leisure in a sentence?

• When one has free time
• A difficult task or demand
• Very hostile and ready to quarrel
• Something that makes someone understand the truth

How should we understand An axe to grind in a sentence?

• With responsibility for any danger or loss
• A question that is debatable or no longer important
• A private reason for being involved, often selfish
• A situation where both sides must give or act

How should we understand A sea change in a sentence?

• A very big change
• A small amount of truth
• A fair situation where everyone has the same chance
• Opposite to what is usual or natural

What does the phrase A sitting duck suggest?

• An unpleasant fact that is difficult to accept
• As a normal or expected thing
• Everyone without distinction
• An offer of peace
• An easy target for attack or criticism

What does the idiom A mixed blessing mean?

• Something expected to be exciting but turns out disappointing
• Different methods can lead to the same result
• A mind focused on only one thing
• Something that has both good and bad effects
• A warning that makes someone realize action is needed

Choose the correct meaning of A tall order.

• An unpleasant fact that is difficult to accept
• A general improvement that benefits everyone
• A decisive test that proves the real quality of something
• A difficult task or demand

In English, what is meant by A narrow margin?

• Something that has both advantages and disadvantages
• A reliable person who can be trusted with responsibility
• A very small difference
• A difficult or awkward situation

Select the option that best explains A two-way street.

• A very small difference
• A mind focused on only one thing
• With responsibility for any danger or loss
• A subject that makes someone upset or angry
• A situation where both sides must give or act

Select the option that best explains A necessary evil.

• Something unpleasant but needed
• Something that greatly changes a situation
• A state of false happiness based on wrong hopes
• A kind person who helps someone in trouble
• A person who is unexpectedly successful or has hidden ability