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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Suitable steps are taken to bring ______ the cost of living.
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- up
- over
- on
- down
- up
Correct Option: D
bring down (Phr. V.) : to cause to fall
bring up (Phr. V.) : mention; to introduce into discussion
bring on (Phr. V.) : to cause to appear
Here, down is the right usage.
