SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 10

SSC CGL - 17 July 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q10

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Scrape the barrel

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. To be forced to use one's last and weakest resource.

"Scrape the barrel" refers to the situation where someone has to use their last and weakest resource because they have no better options available.