shredding

[shred-ing] / ˈʃrɛd ɪŋ /

VERB

cut into ribbons

Synonyms

STRONGEST

shave sliver tear

STRONG

cut fray frazzle reduce strip tatter

WEAK

make ragged

Antonyms

WEAK

mend sew

Example Sentences

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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

The main challenge comes from contamination introduced during the vehicle shredding process.

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

“We’re not looking for people to be shredding like crazy,” says Naomi Folta, a team rider for GrlSwirl.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025

I pulled hard to the right, forcing a sudden lurch as Nergal shot past me, his spear tip shredding the side of the chariot.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda