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Complete the sentence below by filling in the blank with a word that is nearest in meaning to 'trenchant'. Which word best fits the context?

Answer:During the parliamentary session on judicial reforms, the shadow minister delivered a 【incisive】 critique of the proposed bill, dissecting its legal flaws with remarkable precision.

Answer

The word that best completes the sentence with a meaning nearest to 'trenchant' is 'incisive' (or 'cutting' / 'penetrating').
The word 'incisive' means sharp, clear, and direct, perfectly matching the contextual sense of 'trenchant' as used to describe a precise analysis of legal flaws.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Analyze the sentence context for semantic clues
The phrase 'dissecting its legal flaws with remarkable precision' indicates a sharp, clear, and intellectually penetrating critique.
Contextual clues in the sentence establish the precise meaning required for the target slot.
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Identify the word nearest in meaning to 'trenchant'
'Trenchant' means keen, vigorous, incisive, or sharply expressed.
Selecting 'incisive' captures both the sharpness and analytical clarity described in the sentence.

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Synonyms and Words Nearest in Meaning
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