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In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word. Curtail
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In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Curtail

A.

Expand

B.

Enormous

C.

Cramp

D.

Prolong

Correct option is C

Correct answer: (c) Cramp • Explanation:
· "Curtail" means to reduce, limit, or shorten something.
· Synonyms: Cramp, Reduce, Cut Short, Limit
· Antonyms: Expand, Extend, Prolong
· Meanings of all options:
· Cramp – to restrict movement or limit (संकीर्ण करना) Correct choice
· Expand – to increase in size or amount (विस्तारित करना) Incorrect; opposite in meaning
· Enormous – very large or massive (विशाल) Incorrect; unrelated meaning
· Prolong – to extend the duration of something (लंबा करना) Incorrect; opposite in meaning
· Example Sentence: "The company had to curtail expenses due to budget cuts."
· ✔ Example: The meeting was curtailed due to time constraints.

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