Directions - In the following question, out of the given four alternatives,…
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Directions - In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
At one's beck and call
- A.
Matter of dispute
- B.
In disorder
- C.
Under one's control
- D.
At risk
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Correct answer: C
Answer: Under one's control
Meaning: "At one's beck and call" means being ready to respond to someone's requests or orders immediately; someone is available to serve or obey whenever asked.
Example: She had a private nurse at her beck and call — the nurse was ready to help whenever she was asked.
Why the other choices are incorrect:
"Matter of dispute" — refers to a subject of disagreement, not being ready to serve.
"In disorder" — means messy or untidy, which is unrelated to the idiom's sense.
"At risk" — means in danger, which does not match the idea of being ready to obey or serve.