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kick in the teeth meaning in Hindi

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kick in the teeth

Asked in: SSC CHSL 2021 T-1 · SSC CGL 2020 T-1

kick in the teeth in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC CGL 2020 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    A kick in the teeth

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) A grave setback

    Correct Answer: A grave setback
    Solution:
    The idiom "A kick in the teeth" means a serious disappointment, insult, or setback, especially when it is unexpected or undeserved. It refers to something that feels like a harsh blow to your confidence or efforts.
    Other Options:
    • Hitting someone hard – too literal, not the idiomatic meaning
    • Removing tooth cavities – unrelated
    • Severe toothache – literal interpretation, incorrect
    Difficult Words and Meanings:
    setback – an unexpected obstacle or delay in progress – झटका / रुकावट
    grave – serious or severe in nature – गंभीर

kick in the teeth – questions

Has kick in the teeth been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – kick in the teeth has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2021 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-1.

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