SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 12

SSC CHSL - 11 July 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q12

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To throw dust in one’s eyes

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. To mislead someone by tricks.

 

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "To throw dust in one’s eyes" is: "To mislead someone by tricks"

This idiom means to deceive or trick someone into believing something that isn’t true, often by making things appear different from what they are.

It doesn’t refer to abusive language, blindness, or physical harm.