2018 · Q110
Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (c) or (d), which presents the most appropriate meaning and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Out of the blue.
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- AUndoubtedly
- BUnexpectedly
- CUnbelievably
- DUnconcerned
Explanation
'Out of the blue' means unexpectedly, without warning. 'Undoubtedly' (a) means certainly, 'unbelievably' (c) means incredibly, and 'unconcerned' (d) means indifferent; none captures suddenness. Hence (b) is correct.