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Difficulty: MediumPhrasal Verbs and Prepositional Verbs

Fill in the blank with the appropriate particle to complete the phrasal verb in the sentence below.

Answer:To prevent hyperinflation from destroying the economy, the central bank governor emphasized the urgent need to rein 【in】 excessive public expenditure.

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The correct particle to complete the sentence is 'in', forming the phrasal verb 'rein in'.
The phrasal verb 'rein in' means to limit, restrain, or control something that has become excessive, such as government spending or inflation.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the context of the sentence to determine the required meaning of the phrasal verb.
The sentence discusses curbing or controlling runaway public expenditure to stabilize the economy.
The verb 'rein' combined with a specific particle creates an idiomatic expression derived from controlling a horse with reins.
2
Identify the particle that collocates with 'rein' to express restraint or limitation.
The preposition/adverb 'in' pairs with 'rein' to mean to limit, control, or reduce something.
'Rein in' is the standard Standard British English phrasal verb meaning to bring under control or restrict.

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Phrasal Verbs and Prepositional Verbs
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