English is a funny language - Part 1

You think English is an easy language. I say, it is a funny language.

Remember that "Namak Halal" dialogue where Amitabh says, "English is a very funny language where Baron becomes Bhairon and Bhairon become Baron...etc etc.."

Now you can see it yourself. I have split this post in parts. This is Part 1 of that series. Enjoy...

CLEVER USES OF WORDS:

The bandage was wound around the wound.
The farm was used to produce produce.
The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse.
He could lead if he would get the lead out.
The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert.
Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present.
A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum.
When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.
I did not object to the object.
The insurance was invalid for the invalid.
There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row.
They were too close to the door to close it.
The buck does funny things when the does are present.
The farmer taught his sow to sow.
The wind was too strong to wind the sail.
Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear.
I had to subject the subject to a series of tests.
How can I intimate this to my most intimate friend?