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प्रश्न
The words given against the sentences below can be used both as nouns and verbs. Use them appropriately to fill in the blanks.
(i) The police are _______________________ the area to catch the burglars. (comb)
(ii) An ordinary plastic ______________________________ costs five rupees.
उत्तर
(i) The police are combing the area to catch the burglars.
(ii) An ordinary plastic comb costs five rupees.
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