CUET Preparation Today
CUET
English
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Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
She has inherited her fondness ______ tennis from her parents.
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at
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She has inherited her fondness for tennis from her parents.
Explanation:
To: This preposition is not appropriate in this context. "Inherited her fondness to tennis" doesn't convey the correct meaning.
At: This preposition is not suitable here. "Fondness at tennis" is not the correct construction.
For: This preposition is the correct choice. "Fondness for tennis" indicates that she has a liking or affection for playing or watching tennis.
By: This preposition is not the correct choice here. It doesn't convey the intended meaning of inheriting a liking for tennis from her parents.