GATE 2025 ST – Question 1

General Aptitude · Verbal Aptitude: Grammar and Vocabulary · 1 mark · Multiple choice

Even though I had planned to go skiing with my friends, I had to ______ at the last moment because of an injury. Select the most appropriate phrase.

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Correct answer: (D) back out

Explanation

To back out means withdraw from a plan or commitment, as the injury required here. **D**.

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