tear

Example Sentences

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As for throwing the splitter, Fleisig said, “There doesn’t seem to be any biomechanical data to say that you’re more inclined to tear your UCL.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

When Claire Harkin met her husband 11 years ago she didn't know he was hiding a secret that would tear her world apart.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

He had no right to unilaterally tear down part of the White House.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Netflix stock has been on a tear ever since the video streamer dropped out of the bidding war for Warner Bros.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Sam poked out his tongue to catch a tear that was coming down his sticky cheek.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry