Choose the option that best replaces the phrase in bold without changing the meaning of the sentence below:
His explanation left us all in the lurch during the meeting.
Solution
In this sentence, the phrase "left us in the lurch" means that the explanation was unclear or left the group in a difficult situation where they were uncertain about what to do next. It's an idiom that refers to being abandoned or left without help, especially in a confusing or challenging situation.
So, the best choice here is "confused and uncertain" because it captures the feeling of being left in a tough spot without understanding or clarity. The other options, like "highly impressed" or "deeply motivated," don't fit the context of being left in a confusing or difficult situation.
