Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
She's been off work with __________ stomach.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is:
☀ an upset
The sentence would read: "She's been off work with an upset stomach."
Explanation: "An upset stomach" refers to a digestive discomfort or disturbance. It's the correct term to use in this context. The other options don't fit the context:
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An overset: This isn't a common term for describing a stomach condition.
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An agitated: "Agitated" describes a state of emotional distress, not a stomach condition.
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A perturbed: "Perturbed" also refers to emotional disturbance, not a stomach condition.