Identify the word that fills the blank correctly. In a _________________ display of restraint, she redirected the journalist's hostile inquiry with such polished French that even the most sceptical…
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Identify the word that fills the blank correctly.
In a _________________ display of restraint, she redirected the journalist's hostile inquiry with such polished French that even the most sceptical Parisian in the room found themselves smiling in admiration.
In a _________________ display of restraint, she redirected the journalist's hostile inquiry with such polished French that even the most sceptical Parisian in the room found themselves smiling in admiration.
- Woeful
- Straight
- Restrained
- Masterful
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - Masterful
Masterful (highly skilled) fits a polished, admired redirection of a hostile question. "Restrained display of restraint" is redundant; woeful is negative; straight does not fit.
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