SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 15

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 06 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q15

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Fall between two stools

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Fail to achieve either of two aims.

Idiom: Fall between two stools

Meaning: To fail to achieve either of two goals because of trying to do both at the same time.

Example: Ravi tried to study for exams and work full-time, but he fell between two stools and could do neither properly.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.