Idioms And Phrases - Study Mode

[#151] Although both the parents are running the show for the last ten years but their business is now on its last legs .
Correct Answer

(B) About to perish

Explanation

Solution: on its last legs: in such bad condition that it will soon be unable to work as it should.

[#152] The time is running out, you must look sharp .
Correct Answer

(B) make haste

Explanation

Solution: The idiomatic expression "look sharp" means to act quickly or promptly. It is often used to indicate that time is running out, and immediate action is required. So, in this context, the correct option is Option B: make haste .

[#153] He is in the habit of throwing dust in eyes of his superiors.
Correct Answer

(C) To deceive

Explanation

Solution: throwing dust in his superiors eyes: to mislead or deceive someone by presenting or introducing distracting information.

[#154] In modern democratic societies lynch law seems to have become the spheres of life.
Correct Answer

(A) law of the mob

Explanation

Solution: lynch law: the administration of summary punishment, especially death, upon a suspected, accused, or convicted person by a mob acting without legal process or authority.

[#155] He was in high spirits when I met him in the restaurant.
Correct Answer

(B) He was very cheerful

Explanation

Solution: in high spirits: cheerful, joyful.