Another way of putting it is to say that a bi-text is not two texts but a single text in two dimensions, each of which is a language.

The disadvantage of the underfired grill is the potential for flareups, which can cause a burned spot or carbonization. Not only do these taste bad, but they are also carcinogenic.

the erosion of a person's trust

Having now seen himself mistaken in supposing Elfride to be peerless, nothing on earth could make him believe she was not so very bad after all.