Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Idioms and Phrases - Section 1 (Q.No. 5)
Directions to Solve
Some proverbs/idioms are given below together with their meanings. Choose the correct meaning of proverb/idiom, If there is no correct meaning given, E (i.e.) 'None of these' will be the answer.
5.
To have an axe to grind
Discussion:
34 comments Page 2 of 4.
Babu said:
7 years ago
Thanks all.
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Sushma said:
8 years ago
To have an axle to grind means the person is selfish and he is going to flatter others for completing his work.
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Simoon said:
8 years ago
How it's related?
Sasha said:
9 years ago
It's an idiomatic expression is to have a selfish interest to serve.
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Vishal b b said:
9 years ago
Hidden intention, generally selfish intentions.
For example,
If a person is too polite than normal to one then the latter may feel, the former has some axe to grind.
For example,
If a person is too polite than normal to one then the latter may feel, the former has some axe to grind.
Bella said:
9 years ago
But, on my own view. I think it is to make a decision by he/she.
MEGAMIND said:
9 years ago
I'm not getting this. Please make it as clear.
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P samy raj said:
9 years ago
I can't get it. Explain clearly.
Umashri said:
10 years ago
Have an axe to grind.
Meaning: Private or ulterior motive to further, often a selfish one.
Example: He should not become the chairman of the committee as he has too many axes of his own to grind.
Meaning: Private or ulterior motive to further, often a selfish one.
Example: He should not become the chairman of the committee as he has too many axes of his own to grind.
Charan said:
10 years ago
To take a initial step for starting.
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