2018 · Q117
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.
At the drop of a hat.
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- AWithout any hesitation
- BWhen attempt fails and it’s time to start all over
- CTo further a loss with mockery
- DJudging other’s intentions too much
Explanation
'At the drop of a hat' means immediately, without any hesitation. Option (b) describes starting over after failure, (c) mocking a loss, and (d) judging others' intentions; all are unrelated. Hence (a) is correct.