Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase closest in meaning to the word in bold letters.

Curtail

  1. Shorten

  2. Short

  3. Dress

  4. Greed
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Explanation

Curtail means to shorten, reduce, or place restrictions on something. It is commonly used in contexts like curtailing expenses, curtailing freedom, or curtailing activities. 'Short' is an adjective, 'Dress' is unrelated, and 'Greed' is completely different in meaning.

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