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JAMB Use of English 2005 Question 60

Question 60

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in italics: The boxer fizzled out just in the sixth round

  1. A.knocked out his opponent
  2. B.showed off his talents
  3. C.became tired out fought on spiritedly
  4. D.surrendered rather disappointingly
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (surrendered rather disappointingly)

Explanation

To fizzle out is to end weakly and disappointingly.