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Discussion Forum : Idioms and Phrases - Section 1 (Q.No. 5)
Idioms and Phrases
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
A private end to serve
To fail to arouse interest
To have no result
To work for both sides
None of these
Answer: Option
Explanation:
No answer description is available. Let's discuss.
Discussion:
36 comments Page 2 of 4.
Vishal b b said:   10 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.
Bella said:   10 years ago
But, on my own view. I think it is to make a decision by he/she.
Simoon said:   9 years ago
How it's related?
Abhishek Singh said:   6 years ago
Then what will be the answer of " no axe to grind "?
Priyanshu said:   6 years ago
I means to have a strong opinion.
Govi said:   2 years ago
@All.

Here, It suggests that the person isn't acting purely for the good of others but is driven by a hidden personal interest.
Mohd misbah said:   1 year ago
The correct answer is "to intentionally harm yourself".
Temla said:   4 months ago
I didn't understand it. Anyone, explain me the answer in detail.
Madhu said:   1 month ago
To have a personal reason (selfish reason) for saying or doing something.
When someone talks or argues,
They are not being honest or neutral.
Eg: He is criticising the manager because he has an axe to grind.
Priyanka said:   1 decade ago
To have a strong opinion about something that influences your action. For e.g. I don't have an axe to grind about the fact that Christmas has become commercialized.
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