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Q · Idioms and Phrases medium · 45s
Directions: Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase. Keeping up with the Joneses
TopicIdioms and Phrases
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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“Keeping up with the Joneses” means trying to equal one's neighbors in spending and social status. Example: They bought a new car just to keep up with the Joneses.
Final Answer: Option A - Trying to match others’ social status