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.
He waited with ______ breath for the door to open.
Option 1: baited
Option 2: bated
Option 3: beaten
Option 4: bitten
Correct Answer: bated
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation:
Bated means to hold back or suspend, and the phrase "bated breath" is a common expression used to describe someone who is holding his breath or waiting with great anticipation.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Baited: Baited means to set a trap or lure someone or something, and it doesn't fit the context of someone waiting with anticipation.
Beaten: Beaten is the past participle of the verb "beat" and does not fit the context of someone waiting with anticipation.
Bitten: Bitten is the past participle of the verb "bite" and does not fit the context of someone waiting with anticipation.
So, the sentence would be: "He waited with bated breath for the door to open."
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