We waited _ dark.
Correct answer: C. Until
- A. Beyond
- B. Before
- C. Until
- D. Unless
Explanation
When the sentence says 'We waited until dark,' it means that the waiting was for the darkness to arrive. This indicates a specific time or condition for the waiting. The other options, such as 'Beyond dark' and 'Before dark,' do not capture the intended meaning of waiting for darkness to come. 'Unless dark' also suggests a necessary condition for waiting, but it does not convey the same sense of timing or anticipation as 'Until dark.' Hence, the correct answer is 'Until.'
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