He spent months preparing for the talent search exam, ________ he narrowly missed the cutoff mark.

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A only to find
B only to realizing
C with a view to
D so as to

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Answer: A. only to find

Answer: A) only to find
Explanation: The infinitive phrase "only to + verb" is used as a structural connector to introduce an unexpected, disappointing, or ironic development that happens directly after a major effort.

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He spent months preparing for the talent search exam, ________ he narrowly missed the cutoff mark.

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