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161. Idiom: "Every trick in the book" means ____?

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Answer: Try every possible way

Explanation "Every trick in the book" is an idiom that means to try every possible method , tactic, or strategy to achieve something . It implies using all one's skills , experience, and resources to accomplish a goal, even if it requires unconventional or creative approaches .

162. Analogue Young is to old

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Answer: Morning is to night

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163. Idiom: "To put one’s foot in one’s mouth" implies _____?

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Answer: To say something inappropriate or embarrassing

Explanation To put one’s foot in one’s mouth : It refers to unintentionally saying something that is awkward, offensive, or embarrassing. Example : He put his foot in his mouth when he asked about her job, not knowing she had been fired.

164. Close shave means what?

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Answer: narrow escape

Explanation Close shave means a situation in which you come very close to a dangerous situation:

165. The idiom "Couch Potato" means what?

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Answer: A person who watches too much television

Explanation Couch Potato means a lazy and inactive person especially : one who spends a great deal of time watching televisions . Couch potato means ایسا سست انسان جو سارا دن ٹی وی دیکھتا ہو

166. Idiom: Take time by the forelock means _____?

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Answer: Prepare for action before time

Explanation The idiom "Take time by the forelock" means to seize an opportunity promptly or act decisively before it's too late . It suggests being proactive and prepared .

167. What is the meaning of the Idiom: To have an axe to grind?

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Answer: Private end to serve

Explanation To have an axe to grind means a private task to complete, a personal job to be done.

168. What does the idiom "Hit the sack" mean?

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Answer: To go to Bed or sleep

Explanation " Hit the sack " is an informal phrase meaning to go to bed or sleep. Example: I’m really tired after a long day—I’m going to hit the sack now.

169. Choose the correct meaning of the following idioms/phrases: Woolgathering.

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Answer: Dreamy imagination

Explanation Woolgathering mean اون جمع کرنا Dreamy imagination mean خوابیدہ تخیل woolgathering usually uncountable

170. The Idiom: Hit the road means?

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Answer: To go on a trip

Explanation The idiom "hit the road" means to begin a journey or leave for a trip. It is often used when someone is about to depart or start traveling.

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