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Difficulty: HardWords Commonly Confused and Homonyms

Fill in the blanks in the sentence below with the correct pair of commonly confused words.

Answer:The newly enacted law aims to 【proscribe】 any unauthorized gatherings within military zones, while strictly mandating that law enforcement officers follow the procedures 【prescribe】 by the executive council.

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The correct words to fill the blanks are 'proscribe' for the first blank and 'prescribe' for the second blank.
'Proscribe' derives from Latin meaning to publish in writing an outlawry or prohibition, making it the appropriate choice for banning unauthorized assemblies. 'Prescribe' means to lay down as a rule or directive, which correctly fits the context of official procedures established by an executive council.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Examine the context of the first blank to determine whether the action is to outlaw or to mandate gatherings.
Identify that the sentence refers to banning or prohibiting unauthorized gatherings in restricted zones.
The verb 'proscribe' specifically means to officially forbid, condemn, or outlaw something.
2
Examine the context of the second blank to determine the relationship between law enforcement officers and executive procedures.
Identify that the sentence refers to following rules or directives laid down by authority.
The verb 'prescribe' means to lay down authoritatively as a rule, guide, or direction.

Key Concept

Distinction between 'proscribe' (to forbid/outlaw) and 'prescribe' (to order/specify rules)
Estimated Time:1m 30s
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Words Commonly Confused and Homonyms

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