Definition

To move steadily and with effort, often through something difficult or challenging.

Example

The ship was boring through the rough waters during the storm.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the storm last night?

Yeah, it was crazy! I could feel the wind bore down on the house.

I know, right? It seemed like it would never stop.

Exactly! I was worried it would last all day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A tool used for drilling, a hole made by drilling, or a dull and tedious person or thing.

Example

The engineer used a bore to create a hole in the metal.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new movie everyone's talking about?

Yeah, but I've heard it might be a bit of a bore.

I hope not, I really wanted it to be good.

Definition

To create a hole in something by drilling or to make someone feel tired and uninterested because of dullness.

Example

The teacher's lecture bored the students.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard they will bore a tunnel under the river for the new subway.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how long it will take.

Yeah, I hope it doesn't bore the workers too much.

Root Explanation

The word 'bore' originates from Old English 'borian', meaning to pierce or drill. It describes the action of making a hole or creating a passage through something.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'piercing' or 'drilling' into something, which helps you remember that 'bore' means to make a hole.

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