Select the most appropriate collocating word to fill in the blank.

The girl has ________ chances of winning the match.

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  1. bountiful
  2. high
  3. light
  4. hefty

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Option 2 : high
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The correct answer is option 2), i.e., 'high.'

Key Points

  • Let's look at the meaning of the words given in the options:
    Word Meaning
    bountiful large in amount. (प्रचुर)
    high greater than the usual level or amount. (उच्च संभावना)
    light not heavy. (हलका)
    hefty large and heavy. (बड़ा और भारी)
  • According to the context of the sentence the word "chances" is often used with the adjective "high" to denote a strong possibility of something happening, which is appropriate to describe the chances of winning a match.
  • According to the above-mentioned points, the most appropriate word to fill in the blank is "high."
  • Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.
  • Another example:
    • There seemed to be a high probability of success.
 

Complete Sentence: The girl has high chances of winning the match.

Additional Information

  • A collocation is two or more words that often go together. These combinations just sound "right" to native English speakers, who use them all the time.
    • Examples: A quick meal, a quick shower, completely satisfied etc.
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