SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CGL - 23 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q20

Choose the correct meaning of idiom:

Cut me dead

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Ignored me deliberately.

 

Explanation of the Idiom:

  • Meaning: To "cut someone dead" means to completely and intentionally ignore someone, usually by pretending not to see them or recognize them when you pass them in public.

  • Connotation: It is a strong expression of social rejection or a sign that one is deeply offended by the other person. It is much more severe than simply being busy; it is a calculated act of coldness.

  • Usage in a Sentence: "I tried to say hello to her at the gala, but she cut me dead and walked straight past me."

Hence, the chosen option is correct.