Idioms and Phrases
24 JIPMAT English previous year questions (PYQs) from 6 papers, 2021 to 2026, with answers, and worked solutions for some.
About this chapter
- Most-asked subtopics: Idioms and Phrasal Verbs (12), One-Word Substitution (11), Figures of Speech (1).
- Updated 22 September 2026.
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Match the LIST-I with LIST-IILIST-I LIST-II A. Be at cross purpose I. secret things B. Wheels within wheels II. not understanding each other C. Wild goose chase III. without any preparation D. Off the cuff IV. foolish effort #13ModerateIdioms and Phrasal Verbs
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Match List I with IIList I (Phrase) List II (Meaning) (A) Up for grabs (I) To be punished less severely than expected (B) Make hay while the sun shines (II) Become out of control (C) Go haywire (III) To use opportunities while they last (D) Get off lightly (IV) Available for anyone interested #19ModerateIdioms and Phrasal Verbs
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