Question : Directions: In the question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with the appropriate words. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.
The accused was ____ as the counsel could not produce a witness.
Option 1: Let out
Option 2: Let off
Option 3: Let on
Option 4: let aside
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Correct Answer: Let off
Solution : The correct option is the second option.
"Let off" means to punish someone lightly, or not at all, and correctly fits in the sentence conveying the intended meaning.
The meanings of other options are as follows:
- "Let out" means to make a sound or cry.
- "Let on" means to reveal information or pretend.
- "Let aside" means putting something aside for the time being.
Therefore, the complete sentence is: The accused was let off as the counsel could not produce the witness.
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