SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 19

SSC GD Constable (English) - 19th Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q19

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Have several irons in the fire

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Having too many engagements at a time.

  • In the given question, we need to select the meaning of the given idiom.
  • An IDIOM refers to "a group of words established by usage as having a meaning not deducible from those of the individual words".

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given idiom:-

  • Nose- Having too many engagements at a time.
  • For example:-  Rahul turned down the consulting job; he felt that he already had too many irons in the fire.

The meaning of the given idiom is the same as the chosen option hence, it will be correct.