Bore and Lead on

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Bore verb - To make a hole or series of holes in.

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Lead on is an antonym for bore.

Nearby Words: boring, bored, borer

Lead on verb - To lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage.

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Bore is an antonym for lead on in topics: lure, arouse curiosity.

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