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NDA 2021 GAT · English · Idioms and Phrases · hard

To cut a sorry figure

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Choose the option that best expresses the meaning of the idiom: To cut a sorry figure
  1. A. To draw a sad picture
  2. B. To apologise sincerely
  3. C. To make a poor impression
  4. D. To lose weight quickly
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Answer: (C) To make a poor impression

To 'cut a sorry figure' is to appear foolish or unimpressive in front of others, for instance by performing badly in public. The options on drawing, apologising and weight are literal misreadings of 'cut', 'sorry' and 'figure'.
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