Verbal Ability - Idioms and Phrases - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Idioms and Phrases - Section 2 (Q.No. 118)
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.
118.
Harassed by repeated acts of injustice. he decided to put his foot down.
Discussion:
7 comments Page 1 of 1.
Sandeep said:
1 decade ago
To assert something strongly.
Anirudh said:
9 years ago
Shouldn't it be resign?
Arun said:
8 years ago
I think it should be the option C. This is because put his foot down means accept the proposal Unconditionally because he is going to accept it anyway.
Snigdha said:
8 years ago
I agree with you @Arun.
Moni said:
8 years ago
I too think. It should be option c.
Ehsan Ullah said:
4 years ago
According to me; If someone puts their foot down, they use their authority in order to stop something from happening.
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Poonam said:
3 years ago
Put his foot down: Adopt a firm policy when faced with opposition or disobedience.
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