Asked in: SSC CGL 2022 T-1
slow and steady in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the italicised words in the given sentence.
My mother said, “Make consistent progress for success.”Answer & explanation
Answer: D) slow and steady
Answer: slow and steady
Explanation:
The phrase “make consistent progress” suggests moving forward gradually and reliably, which is best captured by the idiom “slow and steady” (धीरे लेकिन लगातार).
• Slow and steady implies that regular, steady effort leads to success.
• The other options do not fit the context:
• In and outs – details of something ❌
• Make a habit – about forming habits, not progress ❌
• Do’s and don’ts – rules or guidelines ❌
Correct substitution:
My mother said, “Be slow and steady for success.”
slow and steady – questions
Has slow and steady been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – slow and steady has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2022 T-1.