high and dry meaning in Hindi

high and dry in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the correct meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence.
   Lucy’s conceited conduct with her colleagues has left her high and dry

   ASurrounded by peopleBImpoverishedCSupersedingDHelpless
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Helpless

   Correct Answer: Helpless
   Explanation: The idiom "high and dry" means to be left in a difficult or helpless situation without support. In the given sentence, Lucy's arrogant behavior has isolated her from her colleagues, leaving her without help or support.

2. SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined part in the given sentence:
   Amar was left in a difficult situation by his business partners.

   AHigh and dryBHead and shoulders aboveCHeart and soulDHard and fast
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) High and dry

   The most appropriate idiom for the underlined part in the given sentence is:
   High and dry
   "High and dry" means to be left in a difficult or helpless situation, often without help or support, which fits the context of Amar being left in a difficult situation by his business partners.
   The other options do not match:
   • Head and shoulders above means being significantly better than others.
   • Heart and soul refers to putting all one's effort and passion into something.
   • Hard and fast means something that is strict or unchangeable, not related to a difficult situation.

Examples

• “The company collapse left many employees high and dry.”

high and dry – questions

What is the meaning of high and dry in Hindi?

high and dry means “असहाय छोड़ दिया जाना” in Hindi. In English: Left without help or resources in a difficult situation

What are the synonyms of high and dry?

Synonyms of high and dry: stranded, abandoned, helpless.

What is the opposite of high and dry?

Antonyms of high and dry: supported, assisted.

Has high and dry been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – high and dry has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC CHSL 2022 T-1.

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