Correct the sentence: 'The company's expansion plan was shelved after the investors decided to cut their losses and pull the plug.'
Answer: C
Using both 'cut their losses' and 'pull the plug' is redundant as both convey stopping/ending something. Choose one idiom.
Q.722Medium
Which idiom is MOST appropriate for: 'The two rival companies finally decided to _______' in a business reconciliation context?
Answer: A
'Bury the hatchet' specifically means to end a conflict and make peace, perfect for rivals reconciling.
Q.723Medium
Identify the sentence where the idiom is MISUSED:
Answer: D
The correct phrase is 'take the bull by the horns' (without 'its'). Option D uses incorrect grammar within the idiom.
Q.724Medium
In 2024-25 corporate jargon, 'synergizing efforts' is often replaced by phrases like _______.
Answer: D
All three idioms convey collaborative effort and alignment in modern business communication.
Q.725Easy
Complete the paragraph with the most suitable idiom: 'The startup faced numerous obstacles, but the founders refused to _______ and continued pursuing their vision despite setbacks.'
Answer: A
'Throw in the towel' means to give up or surrender. The context implies they didn't give up despite challenges.
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Q.726Medium
Which option best captures the meaning of 'the writing is on the wall' in a corporate downturn scenario?
Answer: B
'The writing is on the wall' means an outcome is inevitable and obvious, though perhaps not yet formally declared.
Q.727Hard
Identify the ERROR in idiom usage: 'The proposal was too good to be true; the management felt something was fishy and they decided to dig deeper into the matter.'
Answer: A
Both idioms are correctly used: 'too good to be true' and 'something is fishy' are appropriate and grammatically sound.
Q.728Medium
Which sentence BEST demonstrates understanding of 'let the cat out of the bag'?
Answer: A
'Let the cat out of the bag' means to accidentally reveal a secret. Option A demonstrates this by the manager revealing confidential information.
Q.729Hard
In modern AI-driven workplaces (2024-25), the phrase 'on thin ice' could apply to employees who _______.
Answer: A
'On thin ice' means in a precarious position. Refusing to adapt to new technologies in 2024-25 would put employees in a vulnerable position.
Q.730Hard
Which idiom CANNOT be substituted for 'level playing field' in a competitive context?
Answer: C
'Level playing field' means fair and equal conditions. 'Crooked dealing' is its opposite, not a substitute.
Q.731Medium
Identify the CORRECT pairing of idiom and context:
Answer: B
Option B correctly pairs the idiom with its appropriate context. 'Back to the drawing board' is used when plans fail and need reconsidering.
Q.732Medium
In the sentence 'The consultant's recommendations were a shot in the dark, but surprisingly they worked,' identify the idiom's function:
Answer: A
'A shot in the dark' means a wild guess or attempt with little chance of success. The word 'surprisingly' reinforces that it unexpectedly worked.
Q.733Hard
Which sentence demonstrates CORRECT usage of 'a tough row to hoe'?
Answer: D
'A tough row to hoe' (idiomatic) means a difficult task or problem to solve. Both A and C use it metaphorically and correctly in non-farming contexts.
Q.734Easy
Read the passage and identify the idiom that means 'to face a difficult situation bravely': 'The entrepreneur decided to bite the bullet and launch her startup despite financial constraints.'
Answer: A
'Bite the bullet' means to face a difficult or painful situation courageously. The context supports this meaning as the entrepreneur is facing financial challenges.
Q.735Medium
Detect the ERROR in idiom usage: 'After the merger announcement, the company decided to spill the beans under wraps to maintain confidentiality.'
Answer: B
'Spill the beans' means to reveal secrets, while 'under wraps' means keeping something secret. These idioms contradict each other in this context.
Q.736Easy
Which sentence demonstrates CORRECT usage of 'keep your fingers crossed'?
Answer: B
'Keep your fingers crossed' is an idiom meaning to hope for good luck. Option B correctly uses it in a context where hoping for a favorable outcome (interview success) is appropriate.
Q.737Easy
In the reading comprehension passage, which phrase best explains 'the ball is in your court'?
Answer: A
'The ball is in your court' is an idiom meaning it is now your turn to act or make a decision. The responsibility lies with you.
Q.738Medium
Correct the sentence: 'The manager asked employees to think outside the walls to solve the innovation challenge.'
Answer: C
The correct idiom is 'think outside the box,' which means to think creatively. 'Think outside the walls' is not a standard idiom.
Q.739Medium
Para Jumble: Arrange these sentences in logical order:
P: The startup team decided to break the ice at the client meeting.
Q: They opened with a humorous anecdote about industry challenges.
R: This approach helped establish rapport with potential investors.
S: By the end of the meeting, everyone was engaged and comfortable.
Answer: A
P introduces the action (break the ice), Q explains how they did it, R shows the result, and S provides the conclusion. This logical sequence is P-Q-R-S.
Q.740Medium
Cloze Test: 'The negotiations had reached a deadlock, but the mediator managed to _____ the situation by introducing a compromise proposal.'
Answer: A
'Break the deadlock' means to resolve a stalled situation. In the context of negotiations stuck at an impasse, this phrase is most appropriate.
