Spot the error:With all this terrorism stuff late, it seems that signs of regression are starting to appear.
Correct answer: B. Late
- A. With all this
- B. Late
- C. Signs
- D. Starting
Explanation
"Late" is incorrectly used in this context. The correct word should be "lately," which means "recently." "Late" refers to something happening after the expected time.
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