back to the wall
Asked in: SSC CGL 2023 T-1
back to the wall in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Back against the wallAnswer & explanation
Answer: C) Be in a difficult situation from where escape is difficult
Answer: Be in a difficult situation from where escape is difficult
Solution:
• The idiom "back against the wall" means to be in a very difficult or desperate situation with little or no room to escape or options left (ऐसी कठिन स्थिति में होना जहाँ से बच निकलना मुश्किल हो)।
• It suggests pressure, helplessness, or being cornered.
• Example: With no money left and debts rising, he found his back against the wall.
• Therefore, the correct meaning is: Be in a difficult situation from where escape is difficult.
back to the wall – questions
Has back to the wall been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – back to the wall has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2023 T-1.