One of the following statements contains a word used incorrectly. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
Question and options
One of the following statements contains a word used incorrectly. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
- There was a scenic spot not very far from our cottage where we used to go for picnics.
- Such a spot on his career was difficult to ignore when deciding promotions.
- He was unsure if he could respond to the question asked; fortunately, his answer was spot on.
- She wanted to make a good impression but, at the last moment, she discovered a spot of ink on her collar.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Such a spot on his career was difficult to ignore when deciding promotions.
'A spot on his career' is inappropriate (one would say a blot or stain on his record); the other uses - scenic spot, spot on, spot of ink - are standard.
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