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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 15

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q15

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

The second wave of the pandemic left everyone in the doldrums.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. In low spirits and despair.

  • "In the doldrums" means feeling stuck, inactive, or in a state of low spirits.
  • In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the second wave of the pandemic had a significant negative impact, leaving people feeling despondent and disheartened.