as in tears
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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Recent Examples of ribbons
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
That seems like total nonsense to David Brooks, owner of Just Bulbs, a third-generation bulb man who warehouses incandescents like a typewriter repairman stocking ribbons.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 28 Apr. 2026
The cones, draped in black paper ribbons, represent every Caltrans highway maintenance and construction worker who died on the job since 1921.
—Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The Maxwells' home was draped in a purple banner with yellow ribbons.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Instead of shredded carrots, ribbons of carrots give this sweet, crunchy salad a makeover.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Maddie threw the first pitch at the event, and ribbons around the field were painted orange for her.
—Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Many wore orange and green ribbons around their necks, Metayer’s favorite colors.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The afternoon concluded with each participant receiving ribbons and lunch donated by Generations Daycare.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
Designed to serve 2 and ready in just 15 minutes, this no-sweat side dish feels elegant thanks to the dainty ribbons of rainbow carrots.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
That seems like total nonsense to David Brooks, owner of Just Bulbs, a third-generation bulb man who warehouses incandescents like a typewriter repairman stocking ribbons.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 28 Apr. 2026
The cones, draped in black paper ribbons, represent every Caltrans highway maintenance and construction worker who died on the job since 1921.
—Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The Maxwells' home was draped in a purple banner with yellow ribbons.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Instead of shredded carrots, ribbons of carrots give this sweet, crunchy salad a makeover.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Maddie threw the first pitch at the event, and ribbons around the field were painted orange for her.
—Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Many wore orange and green ribbons around their necks, Metayer’s favorite colors.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The afternoon concluded with each participant receiving ribbons and lunch donated by Generations Daycare.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ribbons
Noun
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Authorities deployed spike strips, but the suspect maneuvered around them and kept going, leading police on a chase that lasted nearly 30 minutes before heading onto the Bay Bridge.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Video shows officers deploying spike strips to stop the Honda, but the driver led officers on a nearly 30-minute pursuit through city streets and onto the freeway.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Drink, drugs and sometimes tears.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Inheritance often tears families apart and much of that conflict is rooted in poor communication.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Anderson’s feat is overshadowed by Shaquille O’Neal, who rips down the backboard in the first quarter, delaying the game 45 minutes.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Continue reading … TICKING CLOCK — CNN host Michael Smerconish rips Democrats for hiding behind War Powers deadline.—
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FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Trump admin official shreds NY Times over multiple corrections to report on Silicon Valley initiative.—
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FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Pour the soup mixture over the vegetables and continue to cook until the chicken easily shreds with a fork.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Ribbons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ribbons. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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