1The party was going well until John started talking about his new business venture and became a complete bore.
2Is it just me, or does the professor's monotone voice make him a bore to listen to in lectures?
3The novel's protagonist is often criticized for being a self-absorbed bore, but I think that's the point of the character.
4Try not to be a bore at the dinner party by asking others about their interests and hobbies.
5There's a fine line between being passionate about a topic and being a bore to others; it's all about knowing your audience.