Choose the best option to replace the underlined part to improve the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select 'No substitution.'
I know it takes a lot of courage to stand up to bullies, but you must try.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer: No substitution
Explanation:
• The phrasal verb stand up to means to resist, confront, or face someone boldly, especially when they are intimidating or unfair.
• In the given sentence, confronting or opposing "bullies" requires courage, making stand up to the correct and most appropriate phrase.
• Stand up for means to defend or support someone (e.g., stand up for your rights), which does not fit the context of opposing bullies directly.