SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 17

SSC GD Constable (English) - 11 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q17

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Steal someone’s thunder

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. To take the credit for something someone else did.

  • The idiom "steal someone's thunder" is used when someone receives recognition for something that was originally done by someone else.
  • Example:  Sam stole my thunder when he said he'd done all the work.