Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct option which is opposite in meaning to the given word:

Detain

  1. Sent

  2. Release

  3. Looked

  4. Purpose
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Detain means to keep someone in custody, hold back, or prevent from leaving. Release means to set free, let go, or allow to leave. These are direct opposites - detaining restricts freedom while releasing restores it.

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