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to bore
01
langweilen, ermatten
to do something that causes a person become uninterested, tired, or impatient
Transitive: to bore sb
Example
The monotonous presentation is boring the audience.
The long lecture bored the students.
The ongoing discussion is boring him.
02
bohren, durchbohren
to create a hole, typically with a pointed tool
Transitive: to bore a hole somewhere
Example
The construction worker bored holes in the concrete for anchor placement.
The carpenter bored a hole in the wood to accommodate a dowel.
Using a drill, he bored a hole through the metal sheet for installation.
Bore
01
Bohrung, Loch
a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes
02
Kaliber, Durchmesser
diameter of a tube or gun barrel
03
Gezeitenwelle, Bore
a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)
04
Langeweiler, Langweiler
a person who evokes boredom
Beispiel
The monotonous presentation is boring the audience.
The long lecture bored the students.
The ongoing discussion is boring him.
She has bored herself by staying indoors all day.
The repetitive tasks bore her.
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