1. Keep your eyes peeled: To remain vigilant and watch carefully.
Statement: "Keep your eyes peeled for any suspicious activity in the neighborhood."
2. It takes two to tango: A situation involving two people in which both are equally responsible for something.
Statement: "They had an argument, but it takes two to tango, so both of them were at fault."
3. In the blink of an eye: Happening extremely quickly.
Statement: "The thief disappeared in the blink of an eye."
4. Go the extra mile: Make an additional effort to achieve something.
Statement: "She always goes the extra mile to help her colleagues with their projects."
5. Get a taste of your own medicine: Experience the same negative treatment that one has given to others.
Statement: "He used to bully others, but now he's getting a taste of his own medicine."
6. Elephant in the room: An obvious problem or difficult situation that people are avoiding discussing.
Statement: "The increasing budget deficit is the elephant in the room that nobody wants to address."
7. Don't put all your eggs in one basket: Don't invest everything in a single thing; spread your risks.
Statement: "Diversify your investments so that you don't put all your eggs in one basket."
8. Don't judge a book by its cover: Don't form opinions based on appearances alone.
Statement: "He may look intimidating, but don't judge a book by its cover; he is actually very kind."
9. Don't cry over spilled milk: Don't regret something that has already happened and cannot be changed.
Statement: "The exam didn't go well, but there's no point crying over spilled milk; I'll prepare better next time."
10. Cut to the chase: Get to the point without wasting time.
Statement: "Let's cut to the chase and discuss the main issues."
Remember to understand the meanings and usage of these idioms to enhance your language skills and perform well in the SSC CGL examination.
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