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JAMB Use of English 2003 Question 88

Question 88

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The company is to shed three thousand staff this year

  1. A.throw up
  2. B.placate
  3. C.lay off
  4. D.demote
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (lay off)

Explanation

To shed staff is to get rid of workers, which is to lay them off.