Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom A kick in the teeth ........

English Language (CGL) Idiom & Phrases

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A kick in the teeth

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SSC CGL 18th August 2021 Shift-1

A grave setback

Severe toothache

Removing tooth cavities

Hitting someone hard

- A grave setback: This option means experiencing a significant disappointment or hardship.

- Severe toothache: This refers to intense pain in the teeth, typically not related to the idiom's meaning.

- Removing tooth cavities: This is a dental procedure, unrelated to the idiom.

- Hitting someone hard: This phrase suggests physical violence, but doesn't capture the figurative meaning of the idiom.

Correct Answer: A grave setback

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