Phrases
Description: phrases-m choice | |
Number of Questions: 25 | |
Created by: Jayanti Mahajan | |
Tags: Phrases Idioms and Phrases Improvement based on Idioms and Phrases |
Directions: Choose the nearest meaning for the underlined word from the given options:
While father was angry, mother's remarks about Peter added fuel to flames.
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He does not know even the ABC of music.
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He acted upon his leader's commands.
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Every person must account for his actions someday or other.
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He is a good player and above all a perfect gentleman.
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He did a complete about face after election.
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His speech, addressed across the board as the audiences were from different cultures.
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Along with his friends, he blew all ends up with his pocket money.
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All in all, Jim did a good job of hoisting the meeting.
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Whenever teacher teaches algebra to John, it goes above his head.
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If all the criminals were above board, the world would be a better place to live in.
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Flattery was the Achilles heel that brought about his downfall.
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One must air one's views when the time is right to give comments.
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Against his better judgement, he sent his son to picnic and then regretted.
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The crowd swelled as all and sundry was given invitation to the party.
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The ants always collect food for rainy days.
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The detective had all ears on the conversation of persons in the train.
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He affected ignorance of the accident that had taken place in the factory.
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Every one should abide by rules and regulations.
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The weatherman, again and again, advised about the cyclone that was to hit the village.
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Roses were one of the things that were after her own heart.
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He added insult to injury, not only by knocking down the child but also by driving past.
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The statements made by Alex do not admit of any other meaning.
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None can fight against act of God.
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Julie always puts on her airs and graces when she comes to a party.