Kangaroos use their tails for balance and support.

Meaning: Kangaroos use their tails to help them keep their balance and stay steady.

Choice of Words: Tails are the long, thin parts at the back of an animal's body, use means to employ or apply something for a purpose, for indicates a purpose or reason, balance refers to maintaining an even distribution of weight, and support means to hold up or provide strength to something.

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• Their bushy tails helped them balance.
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• Support offered, support received.
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