Idioms And Phrases - Study Mode

[#551] With the existing management, the future of the company is in doldrums .
Correct Answer

(A) dull

Explanation

Solution: in doldrums: Depressed
dull and listless.

[#552] Chandu used very ugly words against his kind uncle
he threw down the gauntlet before him.
Correct Answer

(B) he threw the challenge

Explanation

Solution: threw down the gauntlet: Declare or issue a challenge.

[#553] He has accomplished a Herculean task .
Correct Answer

(B) work requiring great effort

Explanation

Solution: Herculean task: requiring the great strength of a Hercules
very hard to perform.

[#554] He is out and out a reactionary.
Correct Answer

(D) thoroughly
(F) thoroughly

Explanation

Solution: out and out: in every respect
absolute.

[#555] I am leaving India for good .
Correct Answer

(A) permanently

Explanation

Solution: for good: Permanently
indefinitely
forever.