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ibps-so 2023 · Question 161 of 323

You are required to identify the words that are contextually similar to the phrase given in bold and mark that as your answer. If none of the options expresses the correct meaning, mark (E) as your answer. The options do not need to be correct grammatically . The ambitious project hit a snag when unexpected budget constraints arose, forcing the team to . c o reassess their plans. e e

  1. AEncounter a problemCorrect
  2. BMove smoothly forward
  3. CAchieve success
  4. DOvercome all obstacles
  5. ENone of these

Answer: A. Encounter a problem

Explanation

Hit a snag: This idiom means to encounter a sudden difficulty or obstacle that slows down progress. Encounter a problem: This phrase directly mirrors the meaning of "hit a snag," both implying an unexpected issue arises that disrupts the planned course of action.

Source: IBPS SO Prelims Memory Based 2023 (RA/LO) - ixamBee · memory-based

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