Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Handle with kid gloves

Options:

to treat someone with extreme care

to show someone your creativity

to remove all hurdles to start something

to accomplish something too ambitious

Correct Answer:

to treat someone with extreme care

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "handle with kid gloves" is >to treat someone with extreme care.<

The idiom is thought to come from the fact that kid gloves are made from the skin of young goats, which is very soft and delicate. When we say that someone should be handled with kid gloves, we mean that they should be treated with great care and sensitivity.

The other options are not correct.

  • To show someone your creativity: This is not the same as treating someone with extreme care.
  • To remove all hurdles to start something: This is not the same as treating someone with extreme care.
  • To accomplish something too ambitious: This is not the same as treating someone with extreme care.