CUET English - From the given options, identify the meaning of the underlined phrase in the given sentence: Akarshan is a resourceful person who can help us with the project. Moreover, he has the gift of the gab. | PYQs + Solutions

CUET English 2026 12th May Shift 1

Vocabulary

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Someone who is unreliable.

Someone who has the ability to speak with eloquence and fluency.

Someone who does the opposite of what is expected of them.

Someone who overshadows every other person.

✅ Correct Option: 2

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CUET English 2026 12th May Shift 1 PYQs