smoke and mirrors
Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1
smoke and mirrors in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate idiom:
The politician's speech was full of vague promises but ultimately it was just _____.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) smoke and mirrors
"Smoke and mirrors" means the use of misleading, deceptive, or confusing information designed to obscure the truth — exactly like vague political promises that create a false impression without substance. "Pulling strings" = using influence; "a red herring" = misleading clue; "the last straw" = final problem causing a reaction.
smoke and mirrors – questions
Has smoke and mirrors been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – smoke and mirrors has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1.