Free MCQs for FPSC, NTS, PPSC, PMS, CSS & All Pakistan Exams 2026

He was undecided. He “let the grass grow under his feet”.

B. stayed out
C. sat unmoving
D. moved away

 

Explanation:

The idiom “let the grass grow under one’s feet” means to delay taking action, waste time, or hesitate instead of acting promptly.

In simple words: to loiter or procrastinate.

Since the sentence says “He was undecided,” it implies that he delayed acting.

So, the best answer is A. Loitered around.

Real-Life Example
  • He let the grass grow under his feet and missed the job opportunity.
  • He wasted time and missed the job opportunity.
Main Points for Exams
  • Let the grass grow under one’s feet means to delay or procrastinate.
  • Loitered around is the closest meaning among the options.
  • Therefore, Option A is correct.
  • Frequently asked in PPSC, FPSC, CSS, PMS, NTS, IELTS, and other competitive exams.
Quick Memory Trick

🌱 Grass grows only if you don’t move!
⏳ No action = Delay

“Let the grass grow under your feet” = Waste time / Delay / Loiter ✔️

 

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