tore

Example Sentences

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“Black Bag” tore up spy movie conventions with its emphasis on fidelity in the field, becoming one of the genre’s most scintillating new films in years.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

That came six months after the 28-year-old's world 1500m title defence in Tokyo was ruined when he tore a calf muscle during the final.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

So sort of, what tore them apart was Rupert, and I think what brought them together was their mutual animus towards Rupert.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

In a minor accident, part of the rear bumper tore loose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Sean pointed up as he tore a bit of dulse in two and handed me half.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff