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Asked 2× in SSC · latest SSC CGL 2023 T-1Idioms & Phrases
first and foremost

Asked in: SSC CGL 2023 T-1 · SSC CGL 2019 T-2

first and foremost in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC CGL 2019 T-2 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    First and foremost

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: A) Most important aspect

    ✅ Correct Answer: Option A (Most important aspect)
    Type: Idiom
    "First and foremost" = above all; the most important thing (सबसे पहले और सबसे महत्वपूर्ण).
    Why the others are wrong
    • After everything else / most difficult task / far from the truth – not the meaning.

  2. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate idiom for the given underlined segment in the sentence.
    Riya always considers sincerity, devotion and dedication as the highest priority of a good employee.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: D) First and foremost

    Answer: First and foremost
    Solution:
    • The phrase "highest priority" means the most important thing.
    • The idiom "First and foremost" means most importantly (सबसे पहले और सबसे महत्वपूर्ण) which matches perfectly. ✅
    • Other options:
    • Fair and square – honestly or justly ❌
    • Free and easy – relaxed and informal ❌
    • Ever and anon – occasionally or from time to time ❌

first and foremost – questions

Has first and foremost been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – first and foremost has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC CGL 2019 T-2.

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