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Idioms and Phrases · UPSC CDS/OTA · Question 40 of 90

Idioms and Phrases : Directions: In the following question, an idiom/phrase is given in bracket within a sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses its meaning. The news of his promotion (spread like wildfire).

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Topic
Idioms and Phrases
Subject
General English
Difficulty
medium
Solve Time
45-60 sec

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Directions: In the following question, an idiom/phrase is given in bracket within a sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses its meaning. The news of his promotion (spread like wildfire).

TopicIdioms and Phrases
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min

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“Spread like wildfire” means to spread quickly. Example: News of the celebrity's marriage spread like wildfire.

Final Answer: Option B - Spread rapidly
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