Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: sometime in next week
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
This tests idiomatic time expressions with ‘‘next/last’’ and the use of ‘‘in’’ with weeks. English normally omits a preposition before ‘‘next week.’’
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Use ‘‘sometime next week’’ (no preposition). ‘‘In the next week’’ is also possible but has a slightly different meaning (within the coming week, often with a deadline). Here the best fix is to drop ‘‘in.’’
Step-by-Step Solution:
Identify the non-idiomatic segment: ‘‘in next week.’’Remove the preposition: ‘‘sometime next week.’’Revised sentence: ‘‘I am contacting you sometime next week to explain to you my problem in detail.’’
Verification / Alternative check:
Compare: ‘‘I will contact you sometime next week’’ (also correct). With a scheduled plan, present progressive is fine.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Adding unnecessary prepositions before ‘‘next/last + time word’’ (e.g., ‘‘in next week,’’ ‘‘on last Monday’’).
Final Answer:
sometime in next week
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