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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


Team Careers360 14th Jan, 2024
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Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

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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