Until a university professor returns from a sabbatical leave, he should be better qualified.
Correct answer: A. Until
- A. Until
- B. Returns
- C. From
- D. Sabbatical
Explanation
The sentence "Until a university professor returns from a sabbatical leave, he should be better qualified" contains an error in the word usage.The word "until" is the correct answer because it is the word that is used incorrectly. "Until" indicates a time limit or a deadline, but in this sentence, it's used to describe a condition or a requirement. Instead, "by the time" or "when" should be used to indicate that the professor's qualification should be improved upon their return.
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