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They did not come ______ the meeting was half over.

Abut

Batleast

Cuntil

Dhowever

Answer:

C. until

Read Explanation:

  • but: This word is used to contrast. 
  • atleast: This is incorrect usage; "at least" is two words and does not fit the sentence structure.
  • until: This means "up to the point in time." / അതുവരെ, ആകുവോളം 
    • Example: "They did not come until the meeting was half over." 
  • however: This word means "nevertheless" and indicates a contrast. 

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