Near (CAT 2005)

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In the question below, the word at the top of the table is used in four different ways, labeled A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

Near (CAT 2005)

Options:

A . I got there just after you left. A near miss!

B . She and her near friend left early.

C . The war led to a near doubling of oil prices.

D . They came near to tears seeing the plight of the victims.

Answer: Option B
:
B
Option (b)
"near friend" is incorrect usage. "close friend" is the correct usage.

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