Answer:
Yes, it does.
Explanation:
Although you didn't ask me what the subordinating conjunction is, it is "as."
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I think I'm sorry if I'm wrong.
<span>The best and most correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the second choice. The sentence that has an elliptical adverb clause is "</span><span>As we travel higher than does the sea level, the boiling point of water drops." </span><span>I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!</span>
All together, the word "brusquely" means: abrupt in manner/blunt/rough.
hope this helped,
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