Asked in: SSC MTS 2025
as the crow flies in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2025 Idioms & Phrases
Which of the following idiom given in the alternatives has the meaning?
Describing the shortest, most direct path between two points, measured in a straight line and disregarding any obstacles like roads, rivers, or mountains.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) As the crow flies
Correct Answer: As the crow flies (Option 2)
'As the crow flies' means the shortest straight-line distance between two points, regardless of actual roads or terrain. Crows fly in a straight line, so this idiom refers to the most direct route possible.
Why the other options are wrong:
Option 1 - 'Pull a crow with one' is not a standard idiom related to distance or direction.
Option 3 - 'Stone the crows' is an exclamation of surprise or astonishment; unrelated to distance.
Option 4 - 'Crow about something' means to boast or brag about an achievement; unrelated to distance.
as the crow flies – questions
Has as the crow flies been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – as the crow flies has been asked in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025.