Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
He tends to put off doing his work until the last minute, leaving important tasks unfinished and causing himself unnecessary stress.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. procrastinate.
Word: put off (doing his work)
Meaning: To delay or postpone doing something
Options and their meanings:
decline: To refuse or say no
adjourn: To suspend or postpone a meeting or session
procrastinate: To delay or postpone action, especially out of laziness or avoidance
dwindle: To gradually decrease or become smaller
Most appropriate synonym: procrastinate