Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank and make the sentence meaningful.
Don’t try to divert me _______ my principles.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. from.
Context: The sentence is about diverting someone away from their principles. The correct preposition with “divert” in this context is from.
Meaning of the words:
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On – shows a surface or topic, not suitable here.
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From – shows away, separation, removal (fits perfectly).
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About – shows a subject/topic, not correct here.
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For – shows purpose, not correct in this case.
Correct word: The correct word is from, because we say “divert someone from something”.
Reason: Grammatically and logically, “Don’t try to divert me from my principles” means don’t try to turn me away from my values.
Final Sentence: Don’t try to divert me from my principles.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.