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· 1 Months ago

"Run Up" seems correct here. Pls suggest

Question:
DIRECTIONS: Sentences given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
It is a pity that he has run _____ his fortune over gambling and drinking. 
Options:
A) into 
B) through
C) up
D) out
Solution:
Ans: (b) 'Through' should come in place of blank as 'to run through means' to use up quickly'. 'Run into' means 'to meet or find by chance'. 'Run up' means 'to make or become greater or larger'. 'Run out' means 'to be exhausted'.

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