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blow out of proportion in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   Blow something out of (all) proportion.

   AMake things difficult for someone without reasonBControl the level of something in order to stop it increasingCBehave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really isDLeave someone at a time when they need you to stay and help them
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Behave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really is

   Answer: Behave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really is
   Solution:
   • The idiom "Blow something out of (all) proportion" means to exaggerate the importance or seriousness of something (कुछ बहुत ज्यादा बढ़ा-चढ़ा कर दिखाना).
   • Option analysis:
   • Make things difficult for someone without reason – incorrect
   • Control the level of something to stop increase – incorrect
   • ✅ Behave as if something is much worse than it really is – correct meaning
   • Leave someone when needed – incorrect
   ✅ Therefore, the correct answer is: Behave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really is.

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Has blow out of proportion been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – blow out of proportion has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2023 T-1.

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