Question
Download Solution PDFSelect the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Despite multiple obstacles, she continued with her endeavour, demonstrating that she has nerves of steel.
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 4)
Key Points
- The idiom "nerves of steel" means the ability to remain calm and composed, especially in stressful or dangerous situations. (धैर्य और साहस)
- Example: Despite the turbulence, the pilot, with nerves of steel, successfully landed the plane.
- "The capacity to maintain composure when stressed" refers to staying calm and collected under pressure. (तनाव में शांत रहना)
- Example: Surgeons need to have the capacity to maintain composure when stressed to perform successful operations.
Therefore, the correct meaning of the given idiom is 'The capacity to maintain composure when stressed.'
Additional Information
Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:
- Extraordinary beauty (असाधारण सुंदरता): Exceptional or remarkable beauty.
- Example: The extraordinary beauty of the sunset left everyone in awe.
- An absence of fear or anxiety (डर या चिंता की अनुपस्थिति): The state of being without fear or anxiety.
- Example: His absence of fear or anxiety in the face of danger was truly remarkable.
- Relentless determination (अविरल दृढ़ संकल्प): Unyielding or persistent determination.
- Example: Her relentless determination helped her overcome all obstacles in her path.
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