shredding
Americannoun
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Origin of shredding
First recorded in 1660–70; origin uncertain
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I’m always on the hunt for cooking hacks, whether that’s shredding rotisserie chicken in a bag for easy weeknight meals or using a rice cooker for more than just rice.
From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026
Although the United States imports most of its primary aluminum, the country has a well developed network for shredding vehicles and recovering aluminum scrap.
From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026
But this is not the usual K-drama - this is a "micro-drama", the viral ultra-short format that has been shredding attention online.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
The global catastrophe killed an estimated 20 million people, according to the UN health agency, while shredding economies, crippling health systems and turning people's lives upside-down.
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
Except the desire shredding me up inside was so painful, it could only be a part of my heart and soul.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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