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Choose the word(s) which can correctly replace the word(s) printed in italic bold in the sentence without changing the meaning of it.
He is in the habit of thriving on others money.
Choose the word(s) which can correctly replace the word(s) printed in italic bold in the sentence without changing the meaning of it.
He is in the habit of thriving on others money.
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Solution
The correct option is D flourishing
'Thriving' means becoming successful or developing. So, the meaning of the word is Option C 'flourishing'. It also means growing successfully. The context of the sentence is that he has a habit of flourishing or growing on others money. Option A 'reviving' means to bring back to life. Option B 'surviving' means remain alive. Option D 'entertaining' means enjoyable or delighted. Thus, A, B and D are incorrect options as the meaning of the word 'thriving'. The correct option is option C 'flourishing'.
'Thriving' means becoming successful or developing. So, the meaning of the word is Option C 'flourishing'. It also means growing successfully. The context of the sentence is that he has a habit of flourishing or growing on others money. Option A 'reviving' means to bring back to life. Option B 'surviving' means remain alive. Option D 'entertaining' means enjoyable or delighted. Thus, A, B and D are incorrect options as the meaning of the word 'thriving'. The correct option is option C 'flourishing'.
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