Question
Which of the following can fill both the blanks A and B,
to make the statement grammatically and contextually correct? The word must fit in both sentences. (A) The company's sudden closure was a significant _______ to the local economy.(B) The athlete's injury dealt a severe _______ to the team's championship hopes.Solution
"Blow" refers to a sudden shock or setback, which is appropriate in both contexts describing negative impacts.
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