What does the idiom By dint of mean?
Correct answer(s):
- By means of hard effort or a particular method
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Choose the correct meaning of Come a long way.
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- Make great progress
Choose the correct meaning of By leaps and bounds.
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- Very quickly and greatly
In English, what is meant by Come clean?
Correct answer(s):
- Tell the truth after hiding it
In English, what is meant by By the same token?
Correct answer(s):
- For the same reason
Select the option that best explains Come of age.
Correct answer(s):
- Become mature or legally adult
Select the option that best explains By virtue of.
Correct answer(s):
- Because of or by the authority of something
Which option gives the correct meaning of Call a spade a spade?
Correct answer(s):
- Speak directly and honestly
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Call into question.
Correct answer(s):
- Cause doubt about something
Which option gives the correct meaning of Bad blood?
Correct answer(s):
- Angry or bitter feelings between people
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Break fresh ground.
Correct answer(s):
- Do something new or original
For SSC English, identify the meaning of Bag and baggage.
Correct answer(s):
- With all belongings; completely
What is the figurative meaning of Break new ground?
Correct answer(s):
- Make progress by doing something original
What is the figurative meaning of Balance the books?
Correct answer(s):
- Make financial records correct or make income equal expenses
Which meaning matches the phrase Breathe down someone’s neck?
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- Watch or pressure someone very closely
Which meaning matches the phrase Be in two minds?
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- Be unable to decide between two choices
Choose the best interpretation of Bring to bear.
Correct answer(s):
- Use force, influence, knowledge, or pressure effectively
Choose the best interpretation of Bear with.
Correct answer(s):
- Be patient with someone or something
What idea does Bring to heel usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Force someone to obey or submit
What idea does Behind the scenes usually express?
Correct answer(s):
- Happening privately, not in public view