Question 139
HardOriginal questionChoose the correct meaning of the phrasal verb in capitals.
The speaker only TOUCHED UPON the problem of pollution before moving on.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
To touch upon a subject is to mention it briefly, as "before moving on" shows.
Worth noting
Discussed in great detail is the opposite.
- Concept
- The meaning of the phrasal verb "touch upon"
- Typical timeTypical
- 35 s
- Your timeYours
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