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Rather than merely summarising the philosopher’s argument, the essay uses it as a springboard to ______ the tension between individual freedom and collective responsibility, introducing several provocative implications that the original text leaves unexplored.   A) elaborate on B) riff on C) dwell on D) capitalize on

After the founder's unexpected resignation, her deputy was expected to ______ and steer the organisation through a period of uncertainty, without abandoning the principles on which it had been built.   A) take up the cudgels B) pick up the baton C) carry the can D) hold the fort  

The journalist's account was so ______ that even those who had initially supported the minister began to question his credibility. A) specious B) spurious C) mendacious D) fallacious

Despite mounting pressure from his colleagues, the minister remained ______, refusing to alter his position even when confronted with compelling evidence. A) obdurate B) obstinate C) intransigent D) adamant

Rarely ______ such a comprehensive analysis of the issue, let alone one that anticipated nearly every possible objection. A) I have encountered B) have I encountered C) I had encountered D) did I have encountered

Advanced English – C2 1. Although the board publicly praised the proposal, its approval was largely ______, serving merely to satisfy procedural requirements rather than to express genuine support.   A. unequivocal   B. contentious   C. pro forma   D. impromptu

  The politician's answer was so _____ that he appeared to answer the question while carefully avoiding any definite commitment. Which word fits best? A) perfunctory B) equivocal C) categorical D) trenchant  

The minister’s apology was so carefully worded that it seemed designed to ______ responsibility rather than genuinely acknowledge wrongdoing.   A. abrogate   B. exonerate   C. repudiate   D. obfuscate