Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which beat expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrases.

Body and soul

Options:

Life and death

To solve a difficulty 

Happiness and sorrow

Wholly and entirely

Correct Answer:

Wholly and entirely

Explanation:

The best alternative that expresses the meaning of the idiom "body and soul" is wholly and entirely.

The idiom "body and soul" means with all of one's being. It is used to describe someone who is completely dedicated to something or someone.

Here are some examples of how the idiom "body and soul" can be used in a sentence:

  • "She threw herself into her work, body and soul."
  • "He was a devoted father, body and soul."
  • "The athletes gave their all, body and soul, to win the gold medal."