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ExamSSC CGL 80 SSC GD Constable 71 SSC CHSL 70

SubjectEnglish Comprehension 79 General Awareness 1

LevelEasy 38 Moderate 42

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: He waited to know which way the wind blows before supporting the new policy.

A.Determine compass directions
B.Predict literal weather
C.Sense how events or opinion are trending before acting
D.Forget instructions

23 Sep 2025 · Shift 1 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given highlighted idiom: After the sudden change in the exam pattern, the students felt completely at sea.

A.An experienced person
B.Travelling all over the world
C.Feeling confused or perplexed
D.Gaining extreme wealth

24 Sep 2025 · Shift 1 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given highlighted idiom: He cut the Gordian knot by taking a quick decision.

A.To tie up loose ends
B.To defer resolution
C.To solve a complex problem decisively
D.To create a new problem

24 Sep 2025 · Shift 1 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom: Harp on the same string

A.To repeat a single action or topic endlessly
B.To be fickle in opinion
C.To completely change in behaviour
D.To start a new work

24 Sep 2025 · Shift 1 Full chapter

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SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom: To throw dust in one's eyes

A.To clean someone's eyes with dust
B.To ignore someone’s presence
C.To confuse or mislead someone deliberately
D.To cause minor irritation

25 Sep 2025 · Shift 1 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. In the nick of time

A.Too early
B.A little late
C.Just before it was too late
D.Without any preparation

26 Sep 2025 · Shift 1 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given sentence. The parents moved heaven and earth to secure the best treatment for their child.

A.To do everything you can to achieve something
B.Change places again and again
C.Remain quiet as a form of protest
D.Obey instructions without questioning

12 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom. Even if his first plan fails, Ramesh isn't worried — he has two strings to his bow.

A.to have another skill or a back up plan
B.unable to decide in important situations
C.having two personal relationships at the same time
D.achieving goals through dishonest means

13 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Cut from the same cloth

A.To wear identical outfits
B.Of the same nature
C.To share a common ancestry
D.To work in the same profession

14 Oct 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. To blackball someone

A.To play a game of pool with them
B.To give someone a special, prestigious award
C.To accuse someone falsely of a crime
D.To exclude someone from a group or society, often by secret vote

14 Oct 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom. They fought tooth and nail to protect their rights.

A.With great determination and strength
B.Without any preparation
C.In a secret and silent manner
D.In a weak or careless way

15 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom. The company stole a march on its rivals.

A.Gaining an advantage by acting earlier
B.Giving up suddenly
C.Turning against partners
D.Avoiding a penalty

15 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Taking wheat to a farmer is like carrying coals to Newcastle.

A.Provide something where it is already abundant
B.Seek advice from experts
C.Complain without cause
D.Travel without direction

16 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Employees must toe the line at work.

A.Follow the leader exactly
B.Join the military
C.To obey rules or authority strictly
D.Oppose popular opinion

16 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: He is not fit to hold a candle to his predecessor.

A.Excellent in comparison
B.Similar in ability
C.Greatly inferior to
D.Superior to in some aspects

17 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. The sudden cancellation of the exam result was gall and wormwood for the students.

A.Lingering curiosity
B.Harmless envy
C.Sudden realization or enlightenment
D.Deep frustration or resentment

18 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionEasy

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom. The two officials were hand and glove in the deal.

A.Very closely associated
B.Working against each other
C.Acting without care
D.Showing open distrust

19 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Whistle in the dark

A.Put on a brave front despite fear
B.Speak in an ambiguous way
C.Refuse to take sides
D.Be happy in loneliness

20 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Sound and fury

A.Great uproar that signifies nothing
B.Echoes of truth from the past
C.Bold actions with lasting impact
D.A confession, then silence

20 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter

SSC CGLEnglish ComprehensionModerate

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: He passed the exam by the skin of one's teeth.

A.With deceptive appearance
B.With the barest possible margin
C.Through inherited privilege
D.With false humility

21 Sep 2025 · Shift 2 Full chapter