SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 9

SSC CHSL - 2 June 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q9

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Dark horse

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3. i.e. An unexpected winner.

  • The meaning for the given idiom is 'an unexpected or little-known candidate or competitor who unexpectedly wins or succeeds'.
  • Example: He is a dark horse, but I did find out that he once played football professionally.

Thus, the most appropriate choice would be an unexpected winner.