Idioms And Phrases - Study Mode

[#131] The new economic policy is likely to run into rough weather .
Correct Answer

(C) encounter difficulties
(F) encounter difficulties

Explanation

Solution: run into rough weather: to run into difficulties or experience problems.

[#132] Wait here, I shall be back in a jiffy .
Correct Answer

(A) in a hurry

Explanation

Solution: in a jiffy: very quickly or very soon.

[#133] i have come to know of your hole and corner method of dealing with people.
Correct Answer

(C) secret

Explanation

Solution: hole and corner: furtive or secretive.

[#134] The trade union's seemingly rightful demand is only a stalking horse to blackmail the management.
Correct Answer

(A) trick

Explanation

Solution: stalking horse: a person or thing that is used to conceal someone's real intentions.

[#135] The number of globetrotters has increased after the Second World War.
Correct Answer

(D) travellers around the world

Explanation

Solution: globetrotters: a person who travels widely.