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Fill in the blank selecting the correct phrase from the alternatives given.
[be completely stumped, be broken, feel out of place, speak at length, feel at home, a sea of knowledge, broaden one’s horizon, one’s second innings, touch the hearts, keep one going]
To succeed in any competitive examination, one requires a _______.
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To succeed in any competitive examination, one requires a sea of knowledge.
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| 2. | ||
| 3. | ||
| 4. | ||
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