take the wind out of one's sails
Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1
take the wind out of one's sails in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: Took the wind out of her sails
Answer & explanation
Answer: B) Took away her strength or energy
"Take the wind out of someone's sails" means to reduce someone's enthusiasm, confidence, or momentum, often by doing something unexpected or by achieving something before they do. It means to deflate or discourage someone — "took away her strength or energy." (Not Answered by candidate.)
take the wind out of one's sails – questions
Has take the wind out of one's sails been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – take the wind out of one's sails has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1.