In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.
Twelve workers were killed in the conflict between two trade unions.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. clash.
- Clash = a violent confrontation; a fight or argument between people
- Conflict (Noun) = an active disagreement between people with opposing opinions or principles
- As the chosen statement is meaningfully best suitable, clash ..... should be used here.
- Hence, the chosen option will be correct.
The correct sentence will be-
Twelve workers were killed in the clash between two trade unions.