Problem

Fill in the blanks using a word with the opposite meaning to the keyword "Cavort".

The officer had to____the crowd to prevent any further chaos.

Clue

Consider a word that means to hold back or control rather than to leap joyfully.

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Choice-A

Choice A, "frolic," is incorrect because it means to play or move in a lively manner, opposite to the intended action of controlling chaos.

{sbBox2-wrong} frolic

Choice-B

Choice B "gambol," is an incorrect means to frolic or dance around playfully, which contradicts the action of controlling or calming a chaotic crowd.

{sbBox2-wrong} gambol

Choice-C

Choice C is incorrect because "romp," means to play or move about energetically, which does not convey restraint or control needed to prevent chaos.

{sbBox2-wrong} romp

Choice-D

Choice D, "restrain," is correct because it means to hold back or control, contrasting with "cavort," which implies lively and playful movement or behavior.

{sbBox2-correct} restrain

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Answer

Choice D

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