Idioms and phrases from the THE HINDU editorial: "Stealing the vote: On the Venezuelan presidential election"

Idioms and phrases from the THE HINDU editorial: "Stealing the vote: On the Venezuelan presidential election"

1.       On watch

o    Explanation: Under someone's responsibility or during someone's period in charge.

o    Example Sentence: On the manager's watch, the team achieved record-breaking sales.

2.      Bearing the brunt of

o    Explanation: To endure the worst part or impact of something.

o    Example Sentence: The small towns bore the brunt of the hurricane, suffering the most damage.

3.      Met with crackdowns

o    Explanation: To be faced with severe measures or actions, often by authorities.

o    Example Sentence: The protests were met with crackdowns by the government, leading to numerous arrests.

4.      Resorted to irregularities

o    Explanation: To use dishonest or unethical methods as a last resort.

o    Example Sentence: The candidate resorted to irregularities to secure the election victory.

5.      Tighten his grip on power

o    Explanation: To increase control over something, often in a way that restricts freedom.

o    Example Sentence: The dictator tightened his grip on power by silencing the opposition.

6.     Run-up to

o    Explanation: The period leading up to an event.

o    Example Sentence: In the run-up to the exam, students were busy revising their notes.

7.      Called for

o    Explanation: To demand or request something to happen.

o    Example Sentence: The citizens called for transparency in the election process.

8.     Under pressure

o    Explanation: Experiencing stress or demands that require a response.

o    Example Sentence: The CEO was under pressure to deliver better financial results.

9.     Deepening divisions

o    Explanation: Increasing disagreements or conflicts.

o    Example Sentence: The policy changes led to deepening divisions within the community.

10.  Pose questions of legitimacy

o    Explanation: To raise doubts or concerns about the authenticity or validity of something.

o    Example Sentence: The flawed voting process posed questions of legitimacy regarding the election results.