VERBS WITH THE PREFIXE DIS, OUT, UN

She worked hard but couldn't _____ her competitors in the race.

• outbid

• outnumber

• displease

Her behavior did not _____ her parents; they were proud of her accomplishments.

• disconnect

• displease

• outlive

The detective was determined to _____ the truth behind the mysterious disappearance.

• uncover

• disappoint

• displease

The auctioneer was confident that the rare painting would _____ all other bids.

• outlive

• untie

• outbid

John managed to _____ the safe using the combination he had found.

• uncover

• unlock

• untie

The magician used his skills to _____ the knots in the rope.

• uncover

• unlock

• untie

The student's lack of effort and poor grades _____ his teacher.

• disappointed

• outnumbered

• uncovered

The archaeologists were excited to _____ ancient artifacts buried deep underground.

• unlock

• untie

• outnumber

The company decided to _____ from its controversial business practices.

• outlive

• disconnect

• disassociate

The old building has managed to _____ many others in the city.

• outnumber

• outlive

• outbid