2022 · Q88
Directions: 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.
Feel the pinch
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- ABeing hurt and wounded by someone
- BTo remain silent on injustice
- CHaving financial problems all of a sudden
- DFeeling disappointment
Explanation
To feel the pinch originally meant to feel the tightening of want, and now means to experience financial hardship, often suddenly. It is not about physical hurt, silence on injustice, or mere disappointment. The financial-strain sense makes having financial problems correct.