Question

which word best completes the sentence?
despite being turned down by numerous investors, the company founder refused to
______ in despair, choosing instead to persevere in his quest for funding.

wallow
wield
writhe
whinny

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each word's meaning:

• "wallow": To indulge in a negative emotion (like despair) in a self - pitying way. In the sentence, the founder refused to indulge in despair, so this fits.
• "wield": To use (power, a weapon, etc.). Doesn't relate to despair.
• "writhe": To twist in pain or discomfort. Not related to despair.
• "whinny": A horse's neigh. Irrelevant to the context.

Answer:

wallow