Question
In each question, three meanings numbered I, II and III
are given for the Idiom / Phrase highlighted in the sentence. Out of the given three meanings, only one or two or all the three may be correct. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom / Phrase. Ramesh ran from  pillar to post when he was not getting any success in getting his work done from the government authorities. I. Running long distance II.Moving around aimlessly often due to disappointments III. Moving from one place to another with no purpose and directionSolution
From pillar to post : - to move from one place to another with no purpose and direction - moving around aimlessly often due to disappointments, rejections or failure
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GAUGE  - The new orders are a gauge  of how well our industrialists are doing.
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