Correct option is D
The correct option to fill in the blank is (d)
anything.
Explanation: The sentence implies comparison – he resembled an old-time magician more than
anything else.
“Anything” is used here to mean
“any other thing” – commonly used in comparisons.
Example:
She loves books more than
anything.
Other options and why incorrect:
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(a) Something – used to refer to a vague or unspecified thing.
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(b) A thing – awkward and grammatically off in context.
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(c) Everything – refers to all things; doesn’t fit the comparative context.