Idioms And Phrases - Study Mode

[#466] His most trusted friend proved to be a snake in the grass .
Correct Answer

(B) an unreliable and deceitful person

Explanation

Solution: snake in the grass: a treacherous or deceitful person.

[#467] He is in the habit of responding at the drop of a hat .
Correct Answer

(C) without delay

Explanation

Solution: at the drop of a hat: without hesitation or good reason.

[#468] I am afraid the two brothers are at cross purposes .
Correct Answer

(D) are misunderstanding each other

Explanation

Solution: at cross purposes: misunderstanding or having different aims from one another.

[#469] When I saw him in the morning, he looked like a duck in a thunderstorm.
Correct Answer

(C) distressed

Explanation

Solution: like a duck in a thunderstorm: Having a look of dejection, resignation, or hopelessness.

[#470] I am sure he means business .
Correct Answer

(A) is earnest

Explanation

Solution: means business: serious and determined about what one is doing.