Bore and Peeve

Bore

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

Peeve and bore are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Peeve" instead the word "Bore" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: boring, bored, borer

Peeve

Peeve verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Bore and peeve are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bore" instead the word "Peeve" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: peevish, peeved

Common collocations

people bore people peeve people
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