Which idiom means: to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details?
Difficulty: Hard
About this MCQ
This Hard Idioms and Phrases MCQ checks one syllabus fact.
The question is: “Which idiom means: to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details?”
The accepted answer is B. Cut to the chase. 'Cut to the chase' means to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details.
- A. Have a change of heart
Why not A: “Have a change of heart” is not correct. The accepted answer is B. Cut to the chase. 'Cut to the chase' means to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details.
- B. Cut to the chase ✓
- C. Miss the boat
Why not C: “Miss the boat” is not correct. The accepted answer is B. Cut to the chase. 'Cut to the chase' means to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details.
- D. Throw in the towel
Why not D: “Throw in the towel” is not correct. The accepted answer is B. Cut to the chase. 'Cut to the chase' means to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details.
Correct answer
B. Cut to the chase
Explanation
'Cut to the chase' means to get to the point without wasting time on unnecessary details.
Source: Idioms and Phrases Official FPSC/NTS/PPSC-Style Reference Guide
Tags: English, Idioms, FPSC, PPSC, phrases, NTS
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