noun
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A hole or break caused by tearing.
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A small tear is easy to mend, if it is on the seam.
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A rampage.
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to go on a tear
verb
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To rend (a solid material) by holding or restraining in two places and pulling apart, whether intentionally or not; to destroy or separate.
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He tore his coat on the nail.
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To injure as if by pulling apart.
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He has a torn ligament.
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To destroy or reduce abstract unity or coherence, such as social, political or emotional.
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He was torn by conflicting emotions.
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To make (an opening) with force or energy.
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A piece of debris tore a tiny straight channel through the satellite.
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(often with off or out) To remove by tearing.
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Tear the coupon out of the newspaper.
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(of structures, with down) To demolish
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The slums were torn down to make way for the new development.
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To become torn, especially accidentally.
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My dress has torn.
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To move or act with great speed, energy, or violence.
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He tore into the backlog of complaints.
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To smash or enter something with great force.
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The chain shot tore into the approaching line of infantry.
Examples of tear in a Sentence
A tear slipped down her cheek.
Her voice broke and a tear slid down her face.
I already knew you could tear people's heads off.
She blinked back a tear, but it escaped and slid down her cheek.
He drew back and a real tear appeared in his eye.
Those dreams tear him up.
A tear trickled down her cheek.
She had been left for the men to brutalize, to tear apart from the inside out!
He wiped the tear away with a thumb and then opened the glove compartment.
How could this wonderful thing tear us apart this way?
The trail left by the falling vehicle reappeared, a tear in the earth, and a piece of unrecognizable metal.
He cupped her face and wiped a tear with his thumb.
If there was a tear in her eye, she covered it well.
And looking at those drawings I dreamed I felt that I was doing wrong, but could not tear myself away from them.
A tear escaped one eye and coursed down his cheek unchecked.
She couldn't tear her gaze from his.
Dusty waited for Bianca to defend him, so he could tear into someone, anyone.
An inexpensive vinyl raincoat may tear easily, and it may not last through more than one season.
Adding to its scenic wonder is the fact that it rises at Lake Tear of the Clouds and allows cruisers incredible views of the slopes of Mount Marcy in the Adirondack Mountains.
Dogs can also easily tear apart tennis balls and rawhide unattended.
For example, everyday wear and tear may be excluded.
He thought he saw Cynthia blink back a tear.
Simply tear out your favorite looks and keep them in a folder for your next trip shopping for teen clothing.
After several washings, the fabric fibers do not suffer from wear and tear.
Other factors must be considered when designing the ring, such as the fragility of each particular jewel and if the setting needs to protect the piece from chips and wear and tear.
Wear and tear - it is important to keep checking that the ring setting does not become worn or damaged.
You'll find many marquis and tear drop cuts.
The metal is the hardest one available for jewelry, so it can hold up to a lot of daily wear and tear.
Opals can easily get scratched from daily wear and tear.
That's because you want a jacket that will withstand regular wear and tear, is well constructed and thoughtfully designed.
The mattress pad fits over the topper to protect the mattress and/or topper from moisture, dirt, and stains as well as excessive wear and tear.
For starters, you get a non-abrasive, non-inducing moisture bag that is tear resistant.
If you've done any print work and have tear sheets from modeling jobs, include those in the portfolio as well.
Tear off large pieces of aluminum foil for each vegetable group.
If they should endure every day wear and tear, such as scratches, they can be refinished and returned to their original luster.
Rental may include delivery to the reception site, dipping skewers, table presentation, set-up and tear down from a professional attendant, and the chocolate itself.
While it may be tempting to haul a few personal or borrowed tables and chairs to the beach reception yourself, remember that the sand, water and wind can cause quite a bit of wear and tear on your tables.
That very important tag that only the customer can tear off contains that information.
Lightweight comforters can also mimic the effect of down, but be aware of the construction; a thinner model may pill or tear with repeated washes.
Not only are drop-dead gorgeous children's duds good looking, but they're also made of high quality material that can withstand excessive wear and tear.
Distressing refers to the amount of wear and tear the denim undergoes.
A pet deposit is different from the previous types of fees because it is meant to defray the cost of any wear and tear your pet may leave behind.
He also has a tendency to completely tear up the house if we don't put him in his crate when we leave.
Next, tear off another piece of cotton and drench it with hydrogen peroxide.
Lastly, tear off another clean piece of cotton and dry the inside of the ear off.
Use your finger to gently push the round ball into a tear drop shape.
However, if you are not careful, you can tear the taproot, which simply causes regeneration of the weed.
By taking the lesson at home, you'll not only save time and gas money, but you'll also save wear and tear on your car.
They have less wear and tear than used guitars and are already set up and ready to play from the factory.
Carpet needs to be replaced every eight to 10 years, depending on the wear and tear.