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After extended debate, the delegates managed to ________ a resolution that satisfied both factions. Which of the following phrasal verbs best completes the sentence?

  1. hammer outCevap
  2. B
    hammer in
  3. C
    hammer on
  4. D
    hammer off

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hammer out
The expression 'hammer out' idiomatically means to discuss something intensively until a formal agreement or solution is produced.

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1
Analyze the sentence context
The context describes delegates coming to a mutually acceptable agreement after intense debate.
The blank requires a phrasal verb that signifies crafting or negotiating a decision through thorough discussion.
2
Evaluate the phrasal verb options
'Hammer out' is the established standard English phrasal verb meaning to settle or finalize an agreement.
The particles 'in', 'on', and 'off' do not form standard idiomatic phrasal verbs expressing resolution.

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