Multiple choice

Directions: Find the statement where the given word hasn't been used correctly.

INFLICT

  1. Tornadoes regularly inflict severe damage in the USA.

  2. The infliction of corporal punishment in schools is forbidden.

  3. The commander inflicted the villagers with heavy taxation.

  4. Don't inflict yourself on your aunt as she is sick today
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C Correct answer
Explanation

“Inflict” as in options (1), (2), (3) and (5) means to cause suffering or unpleasantness. This implies we can “inflict” something unpleasant on or upon a person as in (1) and (2) but we cannot, correctly, inflict” a person with anything as in (3), which makes it incorrect. “Inflict” in (4) means to impose a burden, especially by forcing your presence on someone.

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