"Bianca Ojukwu suggested that she wasn't looking for confrontation with Ebele Obiano. However, after repeatedly cautioning Obiano to refrain from touching her while hurling abuses at her without stopping, Bianca felt compelled to protect herself by striking back and slapped the previous First Lady... She claimed that Ebele Obiano appeared intoxicated since the smell of alcohol emanated strongly from her breath as she continued to insult her." (Opera News, March 18, 2022)
Let’s highlight the term "reigning," which appears twice: “touching her while suffering from incessant insults” and “when she endured constant insults.” This usage metaphorically suggests a continuous stream of insults, like an unending deluge. The choice of the word "reigning" seems to stem from confusion with another similarly sounding word. Although "rain" and "reign" sound alike, their meanings are entirely different. It should be noted at the outset that for this particular context, the correct term would be "raining" rather than "reigning."
For clarity regarding the distinction between these terms, consider how each might appear within various contexts: 1) Yesterday saw continuous rainfall. 2) There hasn’t been precipitation for over half a year. 3) Late-season showers tend to occur infrequently yet intensely compared with initial ones. 4) Vegetation thrives due to persistent downpours. 5) Planting corn prematurely could prove risky since storms can cease unexpectedly. 6) Even substantial showers occasionally drench areas mid-drought period. 7) Rainfall persisted non-stop for several days running. 8) My drive home coincided with light drizzle. 9) Youngsters shouldn’t venture outdoors unattended under wet conditions. 10) Recent deluges led to widespread inundations. 11) Thunderstorms commonly accompany autumnal precipitations. 12) Seasonally damp periods frequently bring about childhood ailments. 13) Certain individuals favor humid intervals over arid stretches. 14) Wet phases extend beyond those without moisture. 15) Drainage systems must undergo maintenance ahead of upcoming monsoons. 16) Early stages of seasonal floods coincide with crop sowing times. 17) Nourishing meals become essential nourishment throughout soggy seasons. 18) Are agriculturalists inclined to abandon fields amidst stormy weather? 19) A shower started just moments post my departure from residence. 20) Laborers’ inquiries about impending downfall sometimes refer metaphorically to payroll delays. 21) Special worship gatherings promise an abundance of spiritual benefits. 22) Concerts conclude with cascades of supplications offered up. 23) Divine entities bestow plentiful graces upon followers regularly. 24) Elderly unbelievers hurl vicious imprecations towards youths habitually. 25) Prudent persons always set aside resources anticipating future lean spells.
Kindly observe the subsequent variations: rain, rains, raining, rainy.
Here are your revised sentences: 1) The customary leader had one of the longest tenures. 2) His leadership spanned for years without conflict. 3) Conflicts and slave-raids disrupted the king’s governance. 4) Once the realm of God becomes complete, tranquility shall dominate. 5) Very few current monarchs display such leniency like ours does. 6) This person found their time as sovereign unenjoyable due to alleged non-royal lineage. 7) Many regions across Africa experience periods marked by fear. 8) Until completing "ipebi," the ceremonial isolation phase, the elected king won’t govern. 9) Upon conquering and incorporating Jerusalem into his territory, David ruled over Israel. 10) How could we permit disorderly conduct to prevail within our borders? 11) True harmony and steadiness remain absent till uprightness starts prevailing here. 12) In contrast with presidents or governors today, ruling kings possess significantly restricted authority under contemporary systems. 13) Today’s crowned head derives minimal constitutional influence. 14) Sadly, in our world now, wealth holds sway above all else.
The accused pleaded not guilty to the three charges related to conspiracy, imposture, and deception brought against him by the DSS.
The term that stands out both in form and significance is causing confusion within this sentence: "a three-count charge leaning towards conspiracy, impersonation, and fraud." This message appears odd primarily due to the unconventional usage of the word 'bothering' in such a setting. Clearly, the journalist has failed to distinguish effectively between the terms 'border' and 'bother,' an error stemming from a significant flaw in their pronunciation skills.
This is not the first time we have complained about our public writers’ inability to effectively differentiate between the sound represented in writing as –th and that represented as –d. It is this failure that lies at the heart of their failure to differentiate between border and bother. What is the difference between these words?
The word bother, let us note, has to do with emotional trouble, distress of the soul, anxiety about a person or thing. Please read the following sentences: 1) Many parents are bothered when their children do not seem to be making satisfactory progress in their academic work. 2) The miserable state of power supply in Nigeria should bother any responsible government. 3) I have deliberately refrained from bothering you with my financial challenges. 4) The health condition of the boy has been a source of perpetual bother to the father. 5) The constant clashes between farmers and the Fulani herdsmen are a bother to the state governments concerned.
When we mention that one thing borders on another, it implies they are nearly identical, indistinguishable, equally positive or negative. Here are some examples: 1) The patient experiences a delirium which closely resembles madness. 2) Their economic situation is very close to extreme destitution. 3) Many college graduates after four years display an ability with English that approaches functional illiteracy. 4) Disputes and hostilities between these nations have deteriorated to such an extent that they approach open warfare. 5) Questionable computations verge into fraudulent territory. 6) The icy relations between this pair hover near dissolution or perhaps complete severance.
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The term "border" can function both as a verb and a noun in various contexts: 1) A large tree demarcates the boundary separating the two towns. 2) The woman suffering from hemorrhaging reached out to touch the edge of Christ’s robe. 3) The incoming U.S. president plans to construct an extensive barrier along the frontier dividing America and Mexico. 4) An argument exists regarding the delineation of territory between these neighboring areas. 5) Ensuring security falls under the responsibility of immigration officers who monitor such boundaries regularly. 6) Smuggling activities often occur within trading hubs located near international limits. 7) The leader has expressed concern about how easily people enter without proper authorization due to weak enforcement at entry points. 8) Unauthorized individuals move across national lines effortlessly.
At any rate, the word bordering should replace bothering in the context under review.
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