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.
Practice commonly used idioms and phrases. Complement this with one word substitution and phrase meanings
Idioms and Phrases
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91. Pull someone's leg
- Tease or joke
- Physically pull
- Mislead dangerously
- Help someone
92. Put one's foot in mouth
- Say something embarrassing
- Eat carelessly
- Travel
- Complain openly
93. Rain on someone's parade
- Spoil someone's plans
- Travel in rain
- Party outdoors
- Celebrate rain
94. Rome wasn't built in a day
- Important things take time
- Ancient history
- Travel slowly
- Work quickly
99. Steal the show
- Attract all attention
- Commit theft
- Perform badly
- Hide from audience
100. Take the bull by the horns
- Confront a problem directly
- Deal carefully
- Handle animals
- Avoid trouble