Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
I’ll try to phone you in the meeting.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. during the meeting.
Error Concept: The phrase "in the meeting" is incorrect when the action is happening within the time span of the meeting.
Grammatical Explanation: "In the meeting" implies physical presence, while "during the meeting" refers to time. Since the sentence talks about calling someone while the meeting is going on, "during" is correct.
Correction: Replace "in the meeting" with "during the meeting".
Final Sentence: I’ll try to phone you during the meeting
Conclusion: The correct answer is during the meeting.