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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 19

SSC GD Constable (English) - 6 March 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q19

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Bring to one’s knees

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. To force to submit.

  • 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:-

  • Bring to one’s knees- To force to submit.
  • For example:-  You better stop drinking and driving or an accident or arrest will bring you to your knees.

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