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SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CPO - 04 Oct 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q19

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To burn the midnight oil

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. To stay up late working or studying.

  • The idiom "to burn the midnight oil" means to stay up late working or studying, especially late into the night.
  • It implies putting in extra effort or spending additional time on tasks or responsibilities, often sacrificing sleep for the sake of completing work or studying thoroughly.