Question

y.3 use dictionary entries to determine correct usage bgx
look at this dictionary entry.

diffuse \dih-fyooz\\ verb diffusing, diffused 1. to spread throughout an area: the photographer diffused the light by aiming the lamp at a white umbrella. — from latin (diffundere)

which sentence uses the word diffuse correctly?

negotiator theodore w. kheel diffused a dispute between the international typographical uni and seven new york city newspapers in 1963.

although the new candle diffused a pleasant vanilla fragrance throughout her bedroom, lily preferred her usual sandalwood incense.

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Explanation:

The dictionary defines "diffuse" as "to spread throughout an area". The second sentence uses "diffused" to describe a fragrance spreading through a bedroom, matching the definition. The first sentence incorrectly uses "diffused" for resolving a dispute (the correct word would be "diffused" is not used for disputes; "resolved" or "settled" would be appropriate here).

Answer:

Although the new candle diffused a pleasant vanilla fragrance throughout her bedroom, Lily preferred her usual sandalwood incense.