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SSC CGL - 27 July 2023 - Shift 1

Tier 1 • 27 July 2023 • 100 questions

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Question 1 / 100

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Hard nut to crack

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A problem difficult to solve.

The idiom "hard nut to crack" is used to describe a problem or situation that is very difficult to solve or deal with.

It implies that the issue requires a lot of effort, persistence, or intelligence to overcome.

The other options do not accurately capture the meaning of this idiom.

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  14. Q14.Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
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