tear into
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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We serve it with a ton of fresh herbs to tear into it and add a freshness.
From Salon • Aug. 20, 2024
Under certain flow conditions, cavitation can pit and tear into metal, damaging the infrastructure.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2024
We do get to see boss Pep Guardiola tear into the team a couple of times during a winter dip in form, but this is otherwise a story of fraternal harmony.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2024
Leave basil leaves whole or tear into 1-inch pieces, and place decoratively on salad.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2023
Even if I could release the muscles in my neck, let the sound tear into space, would anyone notice it?
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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