grasp at straws
Asked in: SSC MTS 2023
grasp at straws in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2023 Idioms & Phrases
Select the appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Grasping at strawsAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Desperate attempt to succeed
The appropriate meaning of the idiom "Grasping at straws" is: (A) Desperate attempt to succeed
The idiom "grasping at straws" refers to making a desperate or futile attempt to find a solution or to succeed when it seems that all other options have failed. It often implies a sense of desperation or a last-ditch effort.
grasp at straws – questions
Has grasp at straws been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – grasp at straws has been asked in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2023.