CET Idioms and Phrases Questions with Solutions – Page 2
All 43 Idioms and Phrases questions from MBA CET 2025 and 2026 papers. Tap Show answer, or open the detailed solution (free login). Page 2 of 9.
IDIOM
In the question an idiom is given, select the correct interpretation of the idiom from the given options below
“Throw in the towel”
- To surrender to temptation
- To accept defeat
- To give up a job
- To make a sacrifice
- To throw the towel to someone
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Answer: B. To accept defeat
IDIOM
In the question an idiom is given, select the correct interpretation of the idiom from the given options below
“Break the ice”
- To start a fight
- To solve a difficult problem
- To clear misunderstanding
- To clear the ice on the road
- To overcome social awkwardness
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Answer: E. To overcome social awkwardness
IDIOM
In the question an idiom is given, select the correct interpretation of the idiom from the given options below
"Play the devil’s advocate"
- To argue that something bad is coming, even though it’s calm right now
- To hear news of something that is a secret
- To follow a trend, and do what everyone else is doing
- To defend the guilty person by arguing on his behalf
- To argue the opposite of what you believe, just for the sake of argument
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Answer: E. To argue the opposite of what you believe, just for the sake of argument
Instructions: Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom from the alternatives given below.
The meaning of 'Above board' is:
- Secretive
- Dishonest
- Honest
- Careless
- Confusing
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Answer: C. Honest
Instructions: Choose the correct meaning of the proverb/idiom from the alternatives given below.
'All agog' refers to being:
- Angry and upset
- Bored and tired
- Silent and calm
- In a state of excitement
- Afraid and nervous
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Answer: D. In a state of excitement