Question

    Given below are a few sentences with one blank in each. Below each sentence are given four words among which one word might fill the blank. If none of the words fill the blank to form a meaningful sentence, choose option 5 ‘None of the above’ as your answer.

    The marathon runner's determination and rigorous training regimen allowed him to ___________ his own record, setting a new standard of excellence in the sport.

    A Eulogize Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Obfuscate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Surpass Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Vex Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The sentence indicates that the marathon runner's efforts led him to exceed his own record. "Surpass" means to exceed or go beyond, which fits perfectly in the context.

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