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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase. To waste time, money, or energy on trifling matters. 

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.

To waste time, money, or energy on trifling matters. 


1). Pent-up
2). Strew 
3). Fritter 
4). Afloat 


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Correct option - 3

Let's find out the meanings of following words:-

Pent-up - emotions, energy, etc.that are unable to be expressed or released.

Strew -scatter or spread things untidily over a surface or area.

Fritter -waste of time, money, or energy on trifling matters.

Afloat - to float.

So, option 3 i.e. fritter is the word that best substitutes the given phrase.

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