SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CHSL - 04 July 2024 - Shift 4 • English • Q25

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Walk a tightrope

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. To act carefully in a difficult situation.

The phrase 'walk a tightrope' means to overcome a difficult situation where one must be careful to avoid failure, criticism, or conflict.

For example:- As a manager, she often has to walk a tightrope between keeping the employees happy and meeting the company’s financial goals.