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Complete the sentence below by supplying the correct phrasal verb that appropriately fills the blank.

Answer:The empirical data gathered during the field trial do not 【bear out】 the researcher's initial hypothesis regarding soil degradation.

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The correct phrase to fill the blank is 'bear out'.
The phrasal verb 'bear out' means to confirm, corroborate, or substantiate evidence or a hypothesis. In this context, it accurately conveys that the gathered data failed to support the initial hypothesis.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the semantic context of the sentence to determine the required meaning.
The context demands a phrasal verb meaning to confirm, corroborate, or substantiate a claim or hypothesis using empirical evidence.
The sentence discusses field trial data in relation to a researcher's initial hypothesis.
2
Select the precise phrasal verb matching the definition of corroborating evidence.
The phrasal verb 'bear out' specifically means to confirm or support a statement, theory, or hypothesis.
Using incorrect particles such as 'on' (relate to) or 'up' (endure stress) changes the sentence meaning inappropriately.

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Phrasal Verbs and Prepositional Verbs
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