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JAMB Use of English 1990 Question 43

Question 43

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The case was dismissed for want of evidence.

  1. A.for want of facts
  2. B.for want of opinions
  3. C.for insufficient discussions
  4. D.for lack of proof
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (for lack of proof)

Explanation

'For want of' means for lack of, and evidence is proof.