rend asunder

Example Sentences

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In this way does the language of the many rend asunder the just and honourable.

From Laws by Jowett, Benjamin

While endeavoring to tear up and rend asunder the Constitution, its strong fibres have recoiled, and caught them in the cleft.

From The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1 by Webster, Daniel

The Minstrel's loud—though a little late; What he hopes to gain some wonder; But he swears that harp shall preserve the State, Which his foes would rend asunder.

From Punch or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, May 27, 1893 by Burnand, F. C. (Francis Cowley), Sir

With all his strength he strove to rend asunder the heavy steel chain, but it resisted his every effort.

From Mischievous Maid Faynie by Libbey, Laura Jean

"Not if she is asking for me," said Rachel, moving on, her heart feeling as if it would rend asunder, but her looks composed.

From Clever Woman of the Family by Yonge, Charlotte Mary