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Read the following stanza carefully and answer the question that follows it:
Break, break, break,
On thy cold gray stones, O Sea !
And I would that my tongue could utter
The thoughts that arise in me.

What is the meaning of the word 'utter'?

  1. A
    Stifle
  2. B
    Speak
  3. C
    Suppress
  4. D
    Silence

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

In this context, the verb "utter" means to give vocal expression to, articulate, or speak. The poet is lamenting that his tongue cannot physically voice or express the painful thoughts swelling up within his mind.

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Read the following stanza carefully and answer the question that follows it:
Break, break, break,
On thy cold gray stones, O Sea !
And I would that my tongue could utter
The thoughts that arise in me.

What is the meaning of the word 'utter'?
A
Stifle
B
Speak
C
Suppress
D
Silence

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