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Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.

The battalion operating from the mountain was able to ______ three enemy divisions.

Option 1: tie up

Option 2: tie down

Option 3: tie on

Option 4: tie with


Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: tie down


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

In military terms, tie down means to restrict the movement or activities of the enemy, to keep them occupied or engaged in a particular area. In the given sentence, if the battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie down three enemy divisions, it suggests that the battalion successfully restricted the enemy divisions' movements or activities.

The meanings of other options are as follows:

  • Tie up: This phrase generally means to secure something or someone by fastening it with a knot or a similar device.

  • Tie on: This phrase doesn't fit the context of military operations in this sentence.

  • Tie with: This phrase is not the appropriate choice for this context.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: "The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie down three enemy divisions."

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