| Idx | 0836 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | destroy |
| Sub Entry Number | 1 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | This unpleasant man with his endless complaints destroyed my journey. |
| Correct Sentence | This unpleasant man with his endless complaints spoilt my journey. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | This unpleasant man with his endless complaints [[destroyed]] my journey. |
| Cloze Sentence | This unpleasant man with his endless complaints [[spoilt]] my journey. |
| Cloze Answer | spoilt |
| Choices | spoilt | destroyed |
| Explanation | When you mean 'remove the pleasure or enjoyment from', use spoil or ruin (= spoil completely): 'The trip was spoilt by bad weather.' 'I've spent weeks planning this surprise party for Dad, and now you've ruined it by telling him.' |
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