Direction: In the following questions, sentences, are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
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The fireman managed to put _____ the fire.
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- away
- down
- out
- off
- away
Correct Option: C
put out (Phr. V.) :to extinguish; to stop something from burning
put off (Phr. V.) : postpone
Here, out is the right usage.
