Choose the best definition of curtail.

2023

Choose the best definition of curtail.

  1. A.

    To cut short

  2. B.

    To arrive early

  3. C.

    To lengthen

  4. D.

    To give back

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Correct answer: A

Correct definition: Curtail means to shorten or abridge the duration or extent of something; to cut short.

  • Example: The festival was curtailed after the severe storm.

  • Note: "Curtail" is the opposite of "lengthen."

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