'Hat in hand'
Directions (Q. Nos. 21 to 25) : Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternatives to each. Select the most appropriate alternative which gives the correct meaning of the idiom/phrase and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. With humility ✓
- B. Easy to use
- C. Available for anyone
- D. To marry someone
Correct Answer: A. With humility
Explanation
The idiom 'hat in hand' means to ask for something with humility or respectfully.
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