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Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases

Exercise : Idioms and Phrases - Section 2
Directions to Solve
In the following questions four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase italicised and underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.
56.
In spite of the efforts of all peace loving people, world peace is still a far cry.
an impracticable idea
an abstract idea
out of reach
a long way off
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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57.
I felt that it was a tall order to expect Monisha to go home alone at twelve in the night.
Difficult
Too much
Customary
Simple
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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58.
I cannot get along with a man who plays fast and loose.
behaves in an unreliable and insincere way
has a loose tongue
lives a life of ease and luxury
does not know how to behave himself
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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59.
There is no love lost between two neighbours.
close friendship
cool indifference
intense dislike
a love hate relationship
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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60.
The question of abolition of private property is still a moot point.
undecided
uncertain
unknown
not clear
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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