Idioms and Phrases Questions and Answers
Idioms and phrases are an integral part of English verbal ability tests. They assess a candidate’s understanding of figurative language and vocabulary application. In competitive exams like TCS, Wipro, and bank PO, verbal ability questions and answers on idioms help test comprehension and contextual accuracy. This section covers common idioms, their meanings, and example usages with explanations. Mastering these will not only boost your exam performance but also enhance communication and writing skills.
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Idioms and Phrases
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1. To bite the bullet
- To face a difficult situation bravely
- To eat something bitter
- To take revenge
- To make a loud noise
2. Break the ice
- To shatter something
- To start a conversation in a social setting
- To go swimming
- To break a law
3. Hit the sack
- To pack belongings
- To go to bed
- To fight
- To hit someone with a sack
4. Piece of cake
- A dessert
- Something very easy
- A difficult task
- A portion of work
5. Let the cat out of the bag
- Release an animal
- Reveal a secret
- Catch a cat
- Make a mistake
6. A blessing in disguise
- A visible blessing
- A hidden advantage in a misfortune
- A disguise worn for fun
- A religious ritual
7. Burn the midnight oil
- Study or work late into the night
- Waste energy
- Cook at night
- Start a fire
8. Call it a day
- Start the day
- End work for the day
- Take a holiday
- Visit a friend
9. Cost an arm and a leg
- Be very cheap
- Be very expensive
- Cause injury
- Require effort
10. Cut corners
- Take a shortcut to save time or money
- Cut shapes
- Draw a line
- Follow rules strictly