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SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 23

SSC MTS - 25 July 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q23

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

You better gird up your loins as we are going to meet my family.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. To prepare oneself for a difficult situation.

 

  • In the given sentence, the idiom "gird up your loins" means to prepare oneself for a difficult task or situation.
  • The phrase originates from the Bible, where it is used to describe the act of tying up long robes or garments in preparation for work or travel.
  • In modern usage, the idiom is used figuratively to mean getting ready for a challenging or demanding situation.
  • In this context, the speaker is telling the listener to prepare themselves mentally and emotionally for meeting the speaker's family, which may be a difficult or stressful situation.

Therefore, the meaning of the idiom "gird up your loins" in the given sentence is to prepare oneself for a challenging or demanding situation