| Idx | 0818 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | deny |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | She asked him if he had seen a little boy but he denied. |
| Correct Sentence | She asked him if he had seen a little boy but he said he hadn't. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | She asked him if he had seen a little boy but he [[denied]]. |
| Cloze Sentence | She asked him if he had seen a little boy but he [[said he hadn't]]. |
| Cloze Answer | said he hadn't |
| Choices | said he hadn't | denied |
| Explanation | You deny an accusation or claim (NOT a question): 'The accused denied both charges.' 'He denied being anywhere near the scene of the crime.' |
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