Asked in: SSC MTS 2025
on one's last legs in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2025 Idioms & Phrases
Which of the following idioms given in the alternatives has the meaning?
Something is very near the end of its life, strength, or use, and is likely to fail soon.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) To be on last legs
Correct Answer: Option 2 — To be on last legs
"To be on last legs" means to be very near the end of one's life, energy, or usefulness — on the verge of failing or collapsing. This perfectly matches the given meaning.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 — "Not to have a leg to stand on": means to have no valid argument or justification for something. Not related.
Option 3 — "Show a leg": an informal expression meaning to get up or hurry. Not related.
Option 4 — "To have a hollow leg": means to be able to eat or drink a large amount without it showing. Not related.
on one's last legs – questions
Has on one's last legs been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – on one's last legs has been asked in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025.