ripped
Americanadjective
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drunk; intoxicated.
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under the influence of an illicit drug.
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having well-defined muscles; very muscular.
adjective
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torn
ripped jeans
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informal denoting or having highly developed muscles, esp abdominal muscles
a ripped torso
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Mohammad Rahim, who was near the site of the attack, told AFP he was sleeping when the explosion ripped through the area.
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
Her sentiment takes on a much more literal meaning when Corvette finds out that Christie ripped off one of her designs for Metro Designers’ latest collection.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
“There are no reproductions. So you’ll see ripped corners and tape here and there.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
"I was annoyed the pothole just ripped the tyre and there was no warning on the road," she said.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
A second later a sharp whistle ripped through the air, and we both froze.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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