Each question below has one blank, indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the option that best fills the blank to make the sentence both grammatically and contextually correct.

Q26. The losing team made a ______________ but futile effort to catch up to their opponent.

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Each question below has one blank, indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the option that best fills the blank to make the sentence both grammatically and contextually correct.

Q26. The losing team made a ______________ but futile effort to catch up to their opponent.

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**Solution:**

1. The sentence describes an effort made by the losing team that was brave but ultimately unsuccessful.

2. The word 'valiant' fits best as it means showing courage or determination, especially in difficult situations.

3. Other options explained:
   - 'Illustrious' means famous or well respected, which does not fit the context.
   - 'Refrained' is a verb meaning to stop oneself from doing something, which is grammatically incorrect here.
   - 'Reached' is a verb meaning to arrive at a place, which does not fit the sentence structure.
   - 'Redundant' means unnecessary or superfluous, which does not suit the context of effort.

**Answer:** valiant

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