Question

    In the following question, a part of the sentence is

    bold. Below the sentence alternatives to the bold part are given at (A), (B), (C), and (D) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case the given sentence is correct, your answer is (E) i.e. No correction required. My father wore down our pet when they went for a run
    A break off Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B wore up Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C wore out Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D wore on Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E no improvement required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The phrase "wore out" means to cause someone or something to become exhausted or fatigued.

    Practice Next

    Relevant for Exams: