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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.
61.
This regular absenteeism is a bad business since on work is being completed.
Bad for business
Non-business like
An unfortunate event
Creating ill-will
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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62.
When he tells stories about himself, he is inclined to draw the long bow.
understate
get emotional
exaggerate
get excited
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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63.
Vikram said that he has got a problem to square up with the manager.
consider
discuss
settle
workout
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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64.
Although both the parents are running the show for the last ten years but their business is now on its last legs.
About to fructify
About to perish
About to produce results
About to take off
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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65.
The time is running out, you must look sharp.
be careful
make haste
be punctual
be sensible
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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