Multiple Choice Questions

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence You must seize the...........

English (CPO) Idiom & Phrases

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

You must seize the opportunity to make amends for your earlier curtness.

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SSC CPO 26th July 2021 Paper 2

to correct a mistake

to give a suggestion

to make a proposal

to offer a deal

- The sentence suggests taking an action to "make amends," which means to rectify a previous issue or mistake.

- Option 1: To correct a mistake.

- This definition aligns perfectly with "make amends," as it involves fixing something wrong from the past.

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- Option 2: To give a suggestion.

- This involves offering advice or an idea but does not fit the context of amending or fixing a problem.

- Option 3: To make a proposal.

- This is about suggesting a plan or offer, which doesn't necessarily involve correcting a mistake.

- Option 4: To offer a deal.

- This relates to negotiating terms, not directly linked to fixing prior issues.

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