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rip

[rip] / rɪp /
NOUN
tear, cut
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




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A comment from Yeovilton Military Wives Choir said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues of those who sadly lost their lives. May they RIP."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The protesters, gathered to support Diarra's family, members of whom also took part, unfurled banners reading "Justice" and "RIP", before marching to the local police station.

From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026

“I’m all the way in Florida and have never been anywhere near SoCal and even I know how legendary that venue is. RIP to a real one,” lamented another.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025

"RIP acl, see you all next year," she wrote.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

I’ve tweeted RIP hashtags, reblogged pictures on Tumblr, and signed every petition out there.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas




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