Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Good grief

Options:

To dig a hole

To be very systematic

To try everything possible

An expression of surprise or frustration

Correct Answer:

An expression of surprise or frustration

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "good grief" is an expression of surprise or frustration.

It is often used when someone is surprised or shocked by something, or when they are frustrated or annoyed. The idiom is a euphemism for "good God" or "good heavens".

The other options are not correct.

  • To dig a hole: This is not the meaning of the idiom "good grief".
  • To be very systematic: This is not the meaning of the idiom "good grief".
  • To try everything possible: This is not the meaning of the idiom "good grief".