English Precis and Comprehension (CSS Past Papers English Idioms 1971 to 2025)
Master English Idioms to Score Higher in the CSS English Papers
Preparing for the CSS English Precis and Comprehension paper can be challenging, especially the Idioms and Phrases section where many aspirants lose easy marks.
This digital PDF resource compiles all English idioms asked in CSS past papers from 1971 to 2025, along with their meanings and correct usage in sentences.
With this guide, you can:
- Save time searching for idioms in scattered past papers
- Focus on repeated idioms frequently tested by FPSC
- Improve your vocabulary and expression to gain an edge in exams
Repeated Idioms from Past Papers (1971–2025)
The following idioms have appeared in the CSS English Precis & Comprehension paper in multiple years:
| Idiom / Phrase | Years of Repetition |
| Wild goose chase, A | 2019, 1992, 1991, 1989 |
| Cock and bull story, A | 2008, 2000, 1975 |
| By and by | 2008, 2000, 1985 |
| Blow one’s top/stack | 2008, 2000 |
| Find one’s feet | 2008, 2000 |
| Call it a night | 2008, 2000 |
| Tip of the iceberg, The | 2008, 2000 |
| Below par/under par | 2008, 2000 |
| From pillar to post | 2008, 2000 |
| Hang up/hang up on | 2008, 2000 |
| Bear the brunt (of) | 2009, 1977, 1975 |
| Turncoat | 2009, 1991 |
| Swan song, A | 2010, 2003, 1982 |
| Bring grist to the mill, To | 2014, 1980 |
| Storm in a teacup, A | 2014, 1975 |
| Wash one’s hands of | 2015, 1994 |
| As cool as a cucumber | 1989, 1988 |
| Burn the midnight oil | 1994, 1989 |
| Under a cloud | 1993, 1985 |
| Between the devil and the deep sea/blue sea | 1992, 1990, 1981 |
| Call a spade a spade, To | 1991, 1977 |
| Taken aback | 2002, 1989 |
| Have your cake and eat it too | 1988, 1981 |
| Wash one’s dirty linen in public, To | 2013, 1984 |
| An axe to grind, Have an | 1984, 1974 |
| In hot water | 1981, 1979 |
| Acid test | 2004, 1978 |
| Burn the candle at both ends | 1977, 1974 |
| Cheek by jowl | 2003, 1976 |
| Beat the air/wind, To | 1997, 1973 |
| Take over | 2002, 1971 |
| Read between the lines | 2001, 1985 |
| Kick the bucket | 2003, 2001 |
| Take to one’s heels | 2002, 1984 |
| Take with a grain or pinch of salt | 2002, 1988 |
If you’re also preparing for the Sentence Correction section of the English paper, check out our CSS Past Papers Sentence Correction (1998–2025) PDF here.
Why Choose This CSS Past Papers English Idioms PDF
Idioms are a scoring component of the English Precis and Comprehension paper, but many candidates fail to prepare for them due to scattered resources. This PDF ensures that you:
- Access all idioms from CSS past papers (1971–2025) in one place
- Learn accurate meanings and correct sentence usage as per FPSC standards
- Identify frequently repeated idioms to prioritize for exams
- Save valuable preparation time with a ready-to-use resource
- Improve your writing style, expression, and vocabulary for the CSS exam
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- All English idioms from CSS past papers (1971–2025)
- Year-wise compilation to highlight exam trends and repeated idioms
- Meanings and example sentences for every idiom
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- First-time CSS aspirants looking for a complete idioms guide
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