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What is the nearest meaning of the word “scathing”?

AMild

BSevere or harsh

CSupportive

DPraise

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Correct Answer: B: Severe or harsh

Explanation: The correct answer is B: Severe or harsh. 'Scathing' means severely critical or harsh. A scathing review or scathing remarks deliver sharp, damaging criticism without mercy.

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