Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
They have been living here during ten years.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. for.
The word 'for' is used to show a period of time, in the past, present or future. The word 'since' is used to refer to a time (an action that begun in the past and is still continuing).
It is used as a preposition.
Correct sentence: They have been living here for ten years.