Select the most appropriate expression to fill in the blank in the given sentence:-
The vibrant painting _____ in the gallery, captivating all who walked by, with its bold colors and unique style.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → stood out
A phrasal verb is a verb joined with a small word such as up, out or together. The two words together have a new meaning.
A painting with bold colours that caught the eye of everyone walking by stood out in the gallery.
Complete sentence: The vibrant painting stood out in the gallery, captivating all who walked by, with its bold colors and unique style.
| Phrasal verb | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) stood off | to stay at a distance or keep someone away. It does not describe being noticed. | The ship stood off the coast until the storm passed. |
| (2) stood out (answer) | to be easy to notice because it is different or better than the things around it | Her red coat stood out in the crowd. |
| (3) stood by | to support someone, or to be present without acting. A painting does neither. | His friends stood by him through the trial. |
| (4) stood over | to stand close and watch someone, as a supervisor does | The teacher stood over him until he finished the sum. |