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Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word in brackets to fill in the blank.

The gentle lapping of waves ________ (for) the shore was the only thing that could be heard.

Option 1: across

Option 2: beneath

Option 3: pro

Option 4: against


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: against


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

The antonym of for is against .

In this context, "for" suggests a supportive or favourable direction, while "against" implies a motion or force directed toward the shore, aligning with the description of waves lapping against the shore. The use of "against" conveys the idea of waves reaching the shore, creating a more coherent and logical sentence.

Therefore, the complete sentence is: The gentle lapping of waves against the shore was the only thing that could be heard.

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