hamburger menu
All Coursesall course arrow
adda247
reward-icon
adda247
    arrow
    arrow
    arrow
    Choose the correct alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase. Bend over backwards
    Question

    Choose the correct alternative which best expresses the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.
    Bend over backwards

    A.

    Make every effort to help someone

    B.

    To bend down

    C.

    To bow down in front of others

    D.

    To disrespect someone

    Correct option is A


    · Option (a) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
    · Bend over backwards: It means to make a great effort to help or please someone, often going beyond what is expected.
    · Example: "The teacher bent over backwards to ensure every student passed the exam."
    Other Related Idioms with Meanings:
    · Go the extra mile – To make more effort than is expected.
    · Move heaven and earth – To do everything possible.
    · Break your back – To work extremely hard.
    · Pull out all the stops – To use all resources available.
    Meanings of the other given options:
    · ❌ (b) To bend down – To stoop physically. | Hindi: झुकना
    · ❌ (c) To bow down in front of others – To show submission. | Hindi: किसी के सामने सिर झुकाना
    · ❌ (d) To disrespect someone – To show a lack of respect. | Hindi: अपमान करना

    Free Tests

    Free
    Must Attempt

    UP SI 2025 Full Mock Test : 01

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon160 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon400 Marks
    • timerIcon120 Mins
    languageIcon English
    Free
    Must Attempt

    UP Police Constable Full Mock Test 01

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon150 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon300 Marks
    • timerIcon120 Mins
    languageIcon English
    Free
    Must Attempt

    Government Policies and Scheme

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon10 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon20 Marks
    • timerIcon5 Mins
    languageIcon English
    test-prime-package

    Access ‘UP B.Ed JEE’ Mock Tests with

    • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
    • Unlimited Re-Attempts
    • Personalised Report Card
    • 500% Refund on Final Selection
    • Largest Community
    students-icon
    354k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
    Our Plans
    Monthsup-arrow