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 best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To breast the tape

Options:

To shut someone’s mouth

To create problems

To bring joy

To win a race

Correct Answer:

To win a race

Explanation:

The idiom "to breast the tape" means to win a race. It is a British idiom that comes from the practice of runners touching the finish line with their chests.

The other options are not correct.

  • To shut someone's mouth: This is not the same as breasting the tape.
  • To create problems: This is not the same as breasting the tape.
  • To bring joy: This is not the same as breasting the tape.