Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
She was yearning for a trip to the mountains.
Option 1: leaving for
Option 2: deeply repenting
Option 3: keenly desiring
Option 4: saving money for
Correct Answer: keenly desiring
Solution : The correct choice is the third option .
Yearning for means having a strong, often wistful desire. In the sentence, this phrase indicates a strong longing or desire to go to the mountains. The option " keenly desiring" closely matches this meaning, as it also conveys a strong and intense wish or desire.
The meanings of the other options are:
- Deeply repenting, suggests a feeling of remorse.
- Leaving for, implies the action of departing.
- Saving money for, indicates setting aside funds for a future purpose.
Therefore, keenly desiring is the best substitute.
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