SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 46

SSC CPO - 12 Dec 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q46

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom 'play it by ear' in the sentence:
We don't have a fixed plan—let's play it by ear.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The idiom "play it by ear" means to deal with a situation as it develops, rather than following a pre-made plan.

Use a musical approach (A) is the literal origin but not the idiomatic meaning in everyday conversation.

Misunderstand instructions (C) and Avoid taking action (D) are unrelated to the concept of improvisation.