SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 24

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • English • Q24

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Twiddling one’s thumbs

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Feeling bored.

Idiom 'Twiddling one’s thumbs' means 'be bored or idle'.

For example: There I sat for three hours, twiddling my thumbs, while he made call after call.

Therefore, the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom is 'feeling bored'.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Feeling bored.