The word PIN is used in four different ways.

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Question 111

English Vocabulary Easy

<p><strong>The word PIN is used in four different ways. </strong></p> <p>Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate?</p>

(A) She combed her hair backward and secured it with a pin.
(B) Jack managed to grab the thief and pin him against the wall until the police arrived on the scene.
(C) It is imprudent to pin your hopes on someone to help you out of his situation.
(D) You can&#39;t pin the blame at anyone without verifying facts.
✓ Correct Answer: Option D Verified Solution

📘 Step-by-Step Solution & Detailed Explanation:

The correct phrase is "pin the blame on someone", not "at". So the usage in (D) is incorrect.

(A) a hair pin, (B) pin against the wall and (C) pin your hopes on are all correct uses.

Answer: (D)

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