Boring (adj) - not interesting or exciting.
- The lecture was so boring that Sam fell asleep within minutes.
- I think it's time to go shopping for new clothes. My wardrobe looks so dull and boring.
Bored (adj) - feeling unhappy or restless because sth is not interesting or you have nothing to do.
- Michael finally took the children out after they got bored of sitting at home all day.
- I'm so bored of eating the same thing for the past week.
Rain (noun) - drops of water that come from clouds.
- Despite the light rain, traffic was at a standstill for hours.
- John got caught in pouring rain. As a result, he was grumpy the whole morning.
Rein (noun) - power and control over a company, business, country or activity.
- The eldest prince took over the reins shortly after the old emperor fell very ill.
- Despite his age and poor health, Mr Kent isn't keen to hand the reins to his successor.
