: cut or torn into shreds
shredded cheese
shredded paper
shredded chicken
Make a worm farm by drilling tiny holes in the bottom of the bucket. Add worms, leaves, grass clippings, peat moss and damp shredded newspaper.—
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On offer that day were fish tacos with shredded napa cabbage, pineapple salsa and a tangy Greek yogurt sauce on a whole grain tortilla, served with a side of cilantro lime rice and lentil stew.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026
Cyrus's black gown, from the Italian label's Fall 2015 Couture line, was made of shredded lace.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 22 May 2026
Keep your eyes peeled for evidence of nesting, such as shredded materials like paper and insulation, as well as rustling sounds in the walls.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 22 May 2026
Mix together with sautéed onion, ground beef, Italian sausage, plus marinara sauce and cheese, then top with extra shredded mozzarella and parmesan before baking.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
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Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026
Cyrus's black gown, from the Italian label's Fall 2015 Couture line, was made of shredded lace.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 22 May 2026
Keep your eyes peeled for evidence of nesting, such as shredded materials like paper and insulation, as well as rustling sounds in the walls.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 22 May 2026
Mix together with sautéed onion, ground beef, Italian sausage, plus marinara sauce and cheese, then top with extra shredded mozzarella and parmesan before baking.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for shredded
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“Shredded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shredded. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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