SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 71

SSC MTS - 16/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • English • Q71

Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.

I heard management is planning to transfer me to another department and demote me. I need to confirm if this is true by hearing it directly from the person involved and from my manager.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. straight from the horse's mouth.

Correct Idiom:
Straight from the horse's mouth

Meaning:
To get information directly from the most reliable source.

Example:
I heard about the promotion straight from the horse's mouth.

Meanings of the other idioms:

  • On pins and needles = feeling anxious or nervous.

  • Bearing a grudge = holding resentment or anger against someone.

  • In the seventh heaven = feeling extremely happy or delighted.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.