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Word Meaning in the Preface to A Dictionary of the English Language — Cumulative exam

Question 27 • HACHMAN FL-1001400-English 4 A 26/27

Read the excerpts from Samuel Johnson’s preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.In both excerpts, the word endeavour means to

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A
probe, investigate, or examine.
B
make an effort or attempt, or to try.
C
judge harshly or criticize.
D
overlook, ignore, or neglect.
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