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the word

"Word" here is a metonym for "message." Alternate translation: "the message about Christ" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)

when it is not

Here the word "convenient" is understood. Alternate translation: "when it is not convenient" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis)

Reprove

tell someone he is guilty of doing wrong

exhort, with all patience and teaching

"exhort, and teach the people, and always be patient with them"