Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option.
After the operation one of the nurses stayed at his bedside, waiting for him to _______.

• A. come up
• B. come around
• C. come off
• D. come away

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

come around

The context refers to someone recovering or waking up after an operation. To "come around" is to wake up after being unconscious. Thus, option B is correct.
To "come up" is to appear or present unexpectedly.
To "come off" is to become detached from something.
To "come away" is to be left with a particular impression.
Thus, option B is correct.