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tearing

[ˈtɛərɪŋ]

tearing Definition

  • 1the act of pulling or ripping something apart forcefully
  • 2causing great emotional distress or pain

Using tearing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tearing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The sound of tearing paper echoed through the room.

  • Example

    The tearing of the fabric was so loud that everyone turned to look.

  • Example

    The news of her father's death was a tearing blow to her.

  • Example

    The tearing pain in his chest made him gasp for air.

tearing Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with tearing

  • a state of extreme haste or urgency

    Example

    We were in a tearing hurry to catch the train.

  • to be extremely upset, frustrated, or stressed about something

    Example

    I've been tearing my hair out trying to finish this project on time.

  • tear up

    to rip or shred something into pieces

    Example

    She tore up the letter and threw it in the trash.

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Summary: tearing in Brief

Tearing [ˈtɛərɪŋ] is the act of forcefully pulling or ripping something apart, often accompanied by a loud sound. It can also refer to causing great emotional distress or pain, as in 'The news of her father's death was a tearing blow to her.' Phrases like 'tearing hurry' and 'tearing one's hair out' denote extreme haste or frustration, while 'tear up' means to rip or shred something.

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