Select the most appropriate synonym of the word in brackets to fill in the blanks.
The soldiers spent long period ________ (convalescing).
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. recovering.
Convalescing means to recover health and strength gradually after an illness or injury.
Recovering is the closest synonym as it directly implies regaining health or strength.
Attacking and travelling are unrelated to the meaning of convalescing.
Ailing means being ill, which is the opposite of recovering.