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Complete the sentence below by providing the word that correctly fits the context. Which word correctly completes the sentence?

Answer:The delivery truck remained 【stationary】 at the intersection while waiting for the traffic light to turn green.

Answer

The correct word is 'stationary'.
The word 'stationary' is an adjective that means not moving or staying in one place, which accurately describes the state of a vehicle stopped at a traffic light.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the context of the sentence to determine the required meaning.
The sentence describes a delivery truck that is motionless or stopped at a traffic light.
Understanding the context establishes whether an adjective indicating lack of movement or a noun referring to office supplies is needed.
2
Distinguish between the homophones 'stationary' and 'stationery'.
'Stationary' (spelled with an 'a') means standing still or not moving, while 'stationery' (spelled with an 'e') refers to writing materials such as envelopes and paper.
Choosing the spelling with 'a' correctly satisfies the adjective requirement for a non-moving vehicle.

Key Concept

Distinguishing between commonly confused homophones ('stationary' vs. 'stationery')
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