Curtail
[ker-TAYL]
Hint 1.
Like the word curt (meaning “brief and abrupt”), curtail is derived from the root curt, meaning “short.”
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“My New Year’s resolution was to curtail the worst of my bad habits.”
What is the best definition of curtail?
A.
To completely eliminate
B.
To isolate from others
C.
To reduce or restrict
D.
To encourage self-restraint
Hint 1.
Like the word curt (meaning “brief and abrupt”), curtail is derived from the root curt, meaning “short.”
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“My New Year’s resolution was to curtail the worst of my bad habits.”
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