In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
If someone drops a bombshell, they
make a serious mistake
create a big problem
have some big, bad news
are attacking their enemy
C.
have some big, bad news
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Sachin has a long inning in cricket.
long spell
fine experience
victorious win
ultimate success
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He is a cut above all the other boys in the group.
quite taller than
more active than
a little rougher than
rather superior to
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His was in doldrums after the quarrel with his brother.
jubilant
in low spirits
angry
left the house
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If you read between the lines, you will appreciate what he writes.
can read leaving lines in between
can read a lot quicker
know what the writer thinks
can read and write in langauge
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My friend is quite hard-hearted.
emotional
cruel
rude
sentimental
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His popularity is on the wane.
on the heights
stand still
verge of eruption
gradually declining
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To throw dust in one's eyes.
To harm someone
To deceive
To show false things
To make blind
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To cut one short.
To love one
To insult one
To criticise one
To interrupt one
In the following question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
As soon as the police arrived, the bank robbers showed the white flag.
calmly left the scene
surrendered
ran away
were incensed