Identify the error in the sentence.
She ran into the list to make sure she hadn't missed anything.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer
into
Explanation
The sentence uses the phrasal verb "ran into," which means to collide with something physically or to meet someone unexpectedly. In the context of examining or checking a list, the correct phrasal verb to use is "ran over" or "looked over" (meaning to review quickly). Therefore, the preposition "into" is contextually and idiomatically incorrect.
Key Points
Core Definition Phrasal verbs combine verbs with prepositions or adverbs to create distinct meanings that must logically fit the context of the sentence.
Grammatical Role Error in prepositional usage within a phrasal verb structure, requiring a replacement to properly convey the action of reviewing text.