Fill in the blank with the correct word to make the sentence meaningful: It is usual nowadays to blow one’s own _____ to impress others. || Computer Operator (APSC) Exam – General Studies Solved PYQs | Advt. No. 07/2024

QUESTION: 


Fill in the blank with the correct word to make the sentence meaningful: 


It is usual nowadays to blow one’s own _____ to impress others. 


(A) Horn

(B) Drum

(C) Trumpet

(D) Band


Answer: 



Option

Word

Explanation

(A)

Horn

Incorrect. While "horn" refers to a musical instrument, the idiom uses "trumpet" instead of "horn" to describe boasting.

(B)

Drum

Incorrect. "Blow one's own drum" is not a recognized idiom.

(C)

Trumpet

Correct. The idiom "blow one’s own trumpet" means to boast about one’s own achievements or abilities to impress others.

(D)

Band

Incorrect. "Blow one’s own band" is not a recognized idiom.


Correct Option: (C) Trumpet


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