Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Idioms and Phrases - Section 2 (Q.No. 110)
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.
110.
The secretary and the treasurer are hand in glove with each other.
Discussion:
6 comments Page 1 of 1.
Snigdha said:
8 years ago
I think "hand and glove" means partners which commit something by means of dishonest dealings or unfair means. It doesn't necessarily mean they are good friends!
Kasenya said:
9 years ago
@Namita, you are right.
Hand in glove means 'in close collusion or association' signifying mostly negative activity and not necessarily friendship.
Hand in glove means 'in close collusion or association' signifying mostly negative activity and not necessarily friendship.
Jeftha Dkhar Dann said:
4 days ago
Associates in some action – Correct. “Hand in glove” means closely associated, working together (often secretly or dishonestly).
Namita said:
1 decade ago
Doesn't being hand in glove mean associated in some action together, being partners in & not necessarily being friends.
Sam said:
9 years ago
Hand in glove : in very close cooperation.
So, the most appropriate option is very good friends.
So, the most appropriate option is very good friends.
Payal said:
8 years ago
Option C is right.
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