Choose the option that correctly completes the sentence:
I cannot understand how the department head manages to _____ such disruptive behavior from senior research associates.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. put up with the disturbance
- Step 1: The multi-word verb meaning to tolerate or endure someone or something unpleasant is 'put up with'.
- Step 2: 'Put up with disruptive behavior' fits the intended meaning.
Answer
put up with.
Why not the others: The other combinations are non-existent or carry different meanings ('put down' means suppress).
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