CAT Question 133

Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

Q.1. Near

(1) I got there just after you left-a near miss!
(2) She and her near friend left early.
(3) The war led to a near doubling of oil prices.
(4) They came near to tears seeing the plight of the victims.

Q.2. For

(1) He has a great eye for detail.
(2) We are waiting for the day.
(3) I can’t bear for her to be angry.
(4) It couldn’t be done for ever.

Q.3. Hand

(1) I have my hand full, I cannot do it today.
(2) The minister visited the jail to see the breach at first hand.
(3) The situation is getting out of hand here!
(4) When the roof of my house was blown away, he was willing to lend me a hand.

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