SSC CHSL - 05 July 2024 - Shift 4

Tier 1 • 5 July 2024 • 100 questions

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Question 1 / 100

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

When I got an opportunity to start a new business, Ravikanth queered my pitch.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Ruined my plan.

Idiom: Queer (someone's) pitch

Meaning: to spoil or ruin something planned, arranged, or attempted

Example: I was about to finalize the deal, but my competitor queered my pitch by offering a lower price.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.

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