Find the part of the sentence that contains an error:
The CEO (1)/ called off (2)/ the meeting (3)/ without giving any reason out. (4)
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer
(4)
Explanation
The error lies in part (4) of the sentence. The phrasal verb "giving... out" (to give out) means to distribute something, to emit, or to stop working due to exhaustion. In this context, it is grammatically incorrect and redundant.
The correct idiom to express that someone didn't provide an explanation is simply "without giving any reason".
Key Points
Incorrect Phrase: "...without giving any reason out."
Correct Phrase: "...without giving any reason."
Meaning: The sentence should state that the CEO cancelled (called off) the meeting without offering any explanation.