Multiple choice

Directions: The following phrase is followed by some alternatives. Choose the one which best expresses its meaning.

Hard-pressed

  1. bewildered

  2. insulted

  3. totally disciplined

  4. in difficulties

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Option (4) is correct. 'Hard-pressed' means to be heavily burdened or oppressed, as by overwork or financial difficulties; harried; put-upon.

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