Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.
Developers ___________ the old buildings on the site to make way for new construction.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. raze.
When new construction is planned, old structures are often demolished to clear space. The correct word "raze".
Raze - To completely destroy or demolish something, usually a building or structure.
Example: The city decided to raze the abandoned factory to build a new shopping mall.
Meaning of the other options:
Rays: Beams of light.
Raise: To lift something up.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.