Idioms and phrases: Choose the correct meaning of the expression. The phrase is: "A man of straw". Select the option that best conveys the intended meaning.
Verbal Ability
Idioms and Phrases
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AA man of no substance
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BA very active person
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CA worthy fellow
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DAn unreasonable person
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: A man of no substance
Explanation
Given data
- Phrase: "a man of straw".
Concept/ApproachThis denotes a person of little substance, influence, or reliability; a weak figurehead.
Option analysisA precisely matches. B/C/D are unrelated qualities.
Final AnswerA man of no substance