SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 46

SSC MTS - 03 May 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q46

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To get on one's nerves

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. To irritate or provoke one.

  • If someone or something "gets on your nerves", it means that they annoy or irritate you. 
  • The other options are:
    • "To unnecessarily stretch the conversation" means to extend any conversation beyond the required length.
    • "To become highly successful" is used when someone has achieved a lot, become popular, and made a lot of money.
    • "To get in someone's mind" means to be remembered or thought of by someone.