SSC English Sample Paper SSC Sample Test Paper English-20

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    Directions: Four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
    To hold a brief for.

    A)  To help someone          

    B)  To do someone a favor

    C)  To stay on for a brief period

    D)  To defend someone

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     The correct alternative is to defend someone. Eg- I was reprimanded for holding a brief for an incorrigible person like him.


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