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Select the most appropriate idiom for the given phrase.

Completely mistaken

This question was previously asked in
SSC Stenographer 2023 Previous Year Paper (13-Oct-2023) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is

All wet

The correct answer is "Option 2".

 Key Points

  • The given idiom is "All wet" which means completely mistaken or incorrect. (पूरी तरह गलत)
  • It is used to describe a situation where someone's idea, belief, or statement is entirely wrong or baseless.
    • Example: The weather forecast turned out to be all wet; it didn't rain at all.
  • Hence, the correct answer is "All wet".

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

  Additional Information

  • Bite the bullet: It means to endure a painful or difficult situation with courage and determination. (मुश्किल समय का सामना करना)
  • Hunger pangs: It refers to the discomfort or pain caused by lack of food. (भूख की भरमार)
  • Though thick and thin: It refers to remaining loyal to someone in both good times and bad times. (अच्छे और बुरे समय में एक जैसा रहना)
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