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.
The fugitive was finally stopped at the airport.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. apprehended.
- Apprehend (Verb) = to catch and arrest someone who has not obeyed the law.
- As the meaning of the chosen option suits the context of the statement it will be correct.
- Hence, apprehended should be used here.
The correct sentence will be-
The fugitive was finally apprehended at the airport.