She has a sharp tongue and it can occasionally turn ________
- AOption (a)
hurtful
- BOption (b)
left
- COption (c)
methodical
- DOption (d)
vital
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Correct answer
hurtful
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is 'hurtful'.
Key Points
- 'Sharp tongue' is an idiomatic phrase which means a tendency to speak in a malicious or in highly critical manner.
- Example: The mean old lady who lived on the corner made a reputation among us kids with her sharp tongue.
- Thus, out of all the options, only 'hurtful' fits the blank.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
The correct sentence is: She has a sharp tongue and it can occasionally turn hurtful.



























