Question
Politicians sought to _________ the insecure feelings
with a range of new anti-crime measures Choose suitable words from the options to fill in the blanks.Solution
The word ‘assuage’ means ‘to make unpleasant feelings less strong’. It is correct here. Attempt- to try to do something, especially something difficult. It is inappropriate here. Swarming- to move in a large group.
- In the following sentence, choose the word opposite in meaning to the bold word to fill in the blank.
The city was once known for its tranquility ,... Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
When John arrived ______ the exhibition it was already ______ full swing.
(a) It was amazing to see ,how Alisha could _________ her composure.
(b) It will cost a hefty amount to __________ as good an employee as him.
Our education system needs a better __________ system for the students.
    (A) estimation               (B) opinion  �...
Instead of addressing the issue directly, he tried to _______ and avoid the difficult conversation.
Choose the most appropriate word from the options that can fill the blanks.
While the central bank's cautious stance helped contain inflation ...
Apple stock is on __________I_________ to close out a year of explosive growth, and another key __________II__________ has reached a historic high, too....
Unlike a total solar eclipse where the Moon completely obscures the Sun, an annular eclipse leaves a bright ring of sunlight visible around the Moon's s...
Choose the correct words to fill in the blanks.
One ____ the two elevators ____ the building has been ______ repair _____ nearly two weeks.
The deal _____________ signed while hundreds of police armed with truncheons and riot equipment remained on standby outside the hotel.