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Directions: Fill in the blank with an appropriate word from the given options.
The terrorist's attempt to __________ the bridge was foiled by the police.
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blow up
💡 Explanation:
Case of idiomatic usage. 'Blow up' means 'to destroy someone or something by explosion'. 'Blow up' means 'to put out (a fire or flame) by blowing'.