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Many areas of the city were _____ into darkness for several hours.
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 1)
Key Points
- The verb 'plunged' is used to indicate a sudden and dramatic transition, often into a negative state such as darkness or chaos.
- In this context, 'plunged into darkness' is a common expression meaning that the areas suddenly lost power or light.
- Other options like 'spread', 'merged', and 'deep' do not appropriately convey the intended sudden transition into darkness.
Hence, the correct statement is: Many areas of the city were plunged into darkness for several hours.
Additional Information
- The phrase 'plunged into darkness' is often used metaphorically to describe situations where visibility or understanding is suddenly lost.
- It can also be used in a broader sense to describe any sudden and severe decline or deterioration.
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