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Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

One track mind

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    thinking of another point of view
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    using a well-known path
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    always thinking of only one thing
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  • 4
    waiting anxiously for something
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Answer : 3. "always thinking of only one thing"
Explanation :

The correct answer is Always thinking of only one thing. Let's look at the meaning of the given idiom: One-track mind: used in reference to a person whose thoughts are preoccupied with one subject or interest.


Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

On the double

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    on the verge of collapse
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    at a fast pace
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    out of order
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    between two undesirable things
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Answer : 2. "at a fast pace"
Explanation :

The correct answer is 'at a fast pace'. In the given sentence 'On the double' is an idiom. The meaning of it is as follows: On the double: very quickly and without any delay.

Q:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Over one’s head

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    something totally unexpected
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    being at a disadvantage
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    unable to function as before
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    beyond one’s capability to understand something
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Answer : 4. "beyond one’s capability to understand something"
Explanation :

The correct answer is "beyond one's capability to understand something". Key Points. Given Idiom: Over one's head means too complicated to be understood by one. For example, My jokes always seem to go over one's head.


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