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Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank and complete the collocation.

Happiness can be spread by being grateful or____________ compliments to someone.

Option 1: giving

Option 2: paying

Option 3: accepting

Option 4: sharing


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Correct Answer: paying


Solution : The second option is correct.

Paying compliments is a gerund phrase functioning as a noun. It acts as the object of the preposition by in the sentence. The phrase "paying compliments" indicates the action of expressing admiration or kind words towards someone. In the sentence, it explains one of the ways in which happiness can be spread.

Therefore, paying is the most appropriate choice among the given options.

Therefore, the complete sentence is: Happiness can be spread by being grateful or paying compliments to someone.

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