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SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CPO - 3 Oct 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q49

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Bend over backwards.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e Working hard to try to impress​​​​​​​.

  • This idiom refers to making a great effort or going to extreme lengths to accommodate someone else's needs, requests, or desires, often in an attempt to please or impress them.

  • So, "working hard to try to impress" accurately captures the essence of "bend over backwards."