2020 · Q49
Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (c) or (d) which is the most appropriate expression and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Cost a bomb
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- ATo be very arrogant
- BTo be with rich people
- CTo be very expensive
- DTo be stingy
Explanation
'To cost a bomb' (British English) means to be very expensive — the 'bomb' suggesting an explosively large price. It has nothing to do with cleanliness, cost-cutting, or actual explosives. Hence (C) To be very expensive is correct.