as in tore
to cause (something) to separate into jagged pieces by violently pulling at it
over the years the historic flag had become badly ribboned by the wind
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Two people were killed and 11 injured when a massive fire tore through a Bronx apartment building Tuesday, officials said.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026 -
Typhoon Sinlaku triggered floods, tore off roofs and overturned cars on Saipan.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Luis Campusano ripped an 0-2 slider for a double to left-center after missing on two sliders.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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The junior outfielder/catcher went 3-for-4, ripped a two-run homer and drove in four runs to lead the host Griffins to a 10-4 win over Lemont in Frankfort.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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One successfully recovered smartphone had been shredded by a snowblower.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Use leftover shredded or grilled chicken then cook the tomatoes, shallots, and garlic for a savory touch.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Ribboned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ribboned. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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