In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be fill...
Beef up: to make something stronger or more effective, esp. by adding more support. We use this expression to convey that the security has been made stronger.
Strengthen (make or become stronger) is grammatically and contextually correct.
Secure : to fix or fasten so as not to give way.
Fortify: to provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.
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In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be fill...
The correct answer is option 'D' (beefed).
Explanation:
When we say that the security for the Prime Minister has been "beefed up," it means that the security measures have been increased or strengthened in order to provide better protection.
The phrase "beefed up" is an idiomatic expression that is commonly used to describe the act of making something stronger, more substantial, or more powerful. In this context, it refers to enhancing the security arrangements for the Prime Minister.
Here is a detailed explanation of the other options and why they are not the correct answers:
- Option 'A' (secured): While securing the Prime Minister's security is the ultimate goal, the word "secured" does not convey the idea of increasing or strengthening. It simply means to make something safe or free from danger. Therefore, it does not accurately describe the actions taken in response to the shoot out.
- Option 'B' (fortified): The word "fortified" means to strengthen or reinforce, usually by adding extra protection or defenses. Although it is a close synonym to "beefed up," it does not fit as well in this context because it typically implies the reinforcement of physical structures (such as fortifications, walls, etc.) rather than security measures.
- Option 'C' (strengthened): This option is a valid choice and is similar in meaning to "beefed up." However, "strengthened" is a more general term that can be used in various contexts, whereas "beefed up" specifically conveys the idea of increasing or intensifying something, which is more appropriate when referring to security measures.
In conclusion, the most suitable word to fill the blank in the given sentence is "beefed" (option 'D'). It accurately conveys the idea that the security for the Prime Minister has been increased or strengthened following the shoot out.
In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be fill...
Beef up: to make something stronger or more effective, esp. by adding more support. We use this expression to convey that the security has been made stronger.
Strengthen (make or become stronger) is grammatically and contextually correct.
Secure : to fix or fasten so as not to give way.
Fortify: to provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.