Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Just bite the ............. and tell him the truth.

English Comprehension ·Previously asked in SSC CGL 2024

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Question

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Just bite the ............. and tell him the truth.

  1. A. shot
  2. B. gun
  3. C. dust
  4. D. bullet (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — bullet

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is bullet.

Key Points

  • The idiom 'bite the bullet' means to force oneself to do something unpleasant or face a difficult situation bravely.
  • Here it fits: gather courage and tell the truth.

Topics covered: SSC CGL 2024 English Idioms