SSC Stenographer 2026 PYQ — Question 190

SSC Stenographer - 09 Sep 2026 - Shift 1 • English • Q190

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To have too many irons in the fire

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer: To be involved in too many activities at once
Explanation
The idiom to have too many irons in the fire means to be engaged in or attempting to do too many different tasks or projects at the same time, often risking failure because one cannot give enough attention to any single one.
Example:
Rohan took up freelance writing, exam preparation, and music classes together, but soon realized he had too many irons in the fire.