A word has been given in the question and used in the sentences below. Identify the statements where the word has been used in a contextually and grammatically correct manner.

CURSE
(A) The heavy rain turned out to be a curse for the farmers who were hoping for a dry harvest.
(B) After stepping on a nail, he let out a loud curse that echoed down the street.
(C) She gave him a curse of appreciation for helping her with the heavy bags.

Correct option is D

(d) Both A and B
(A) Correct usage.
"Curse" is used metaphorically to describe the rain as something harmful or unfortunate, which is a common and valid usage (e.g., “a curse in disguise”).
(B) Correct usage.
"Curse" is used to mean a swear word or expletive shouted in pain or frustration — an appropriate and literal use of the word.
(C) Incorrect usage.
The phrase "a curse of appreciation" is contradictory and illogical. A curse refers to a wish for harm or a harmful spell, which clashes with the concept of appreciation. The correct phrase might be “a word of appreciation” or “a gesture of gratitude.”