Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Phrasal Verb

Question:

Select the most suitable option to replace the underlined phrase in the sentence:-

Sudhir's mother warned him of his friends who come to him only to enjoy themselves.

Options:

fair weather friends

party friends

bad boys who claim to be friends

good natured friends

Correct Answer:

fair weather friends

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → fair weather friends

  • Fair weather friends (Idiom): Refers to people who are only friends with someone when things are good or convenient (the "fair weather") but abandon them when difficult times arise.

  • The original phrase, "friends who come to him only to enjoy themselves," exactly describes this type of relationship—one based only on convenience and pleasure, not loyalty or support during hardship.