SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 14

SSC CGL - 24 July 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q14

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.

Ravish is ready to throw caution to the wind.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Take risk.

Idiom/Phrase: Throw caution to the wind
Meaning: 
To take a risk or stop worrying about danger or rules.
Example: Even though his friends warned him, Ravi threw caution to the wind and invested all his savings in the new business.

Meaning of the other options:

Fight with wind: Engage in a meaningless or impossible fight.
Act foolishly: Behave in a silly or unwise way.
Spend lavishly: Use money in a very generous or excessive manner.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.