ripping (out)

Definition of ripping (out)next
present participle of rip (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ripping (out)
Verb
  • Ukrainian drones now pummel industrial targets across Russia nightly, shutting down oil refineries, snarling logistics, and forcing airports to close for days at a time.
    Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 6 June 2026
  • Laurie plays the snarling, villainous Richard Roper in the BBC and Prime Video’s big-budget adaptation of le Carré’s The Night Manager.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • Similarly, commenting on posts at least weekly can increase your profile views threefold.
    William Arruda, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
  • For traditional media, there are limited means wherein the audience can communicate with the organization, including letters to the editor, calling the office, commenting on the organization’s website.
    Jeremy Saks, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Verb
  • This is like inviting a homeless person into your home, sheltering them, feeding them, clothing them, educating them, and having that person's confidant leak that the newly comfortable person doesn't think less of you.
    Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
Verb
  • How this plays out in practice is actively choosing solo activities, avoiding going on dates, or getting off of dating apps.
    Sydney Lake, Fortune, 30 May 2026
  • And hopefully the near future features another Starship launch — a giant rocket getting off the ground in a matter of weeks, versus the seven months that separated today’s mission from the previous test flight.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 23 May 2026
Verb
  • Romney took note of his political journey during his remarks at Monday's celebration, remarking on the bipartisanship that made Romneycare possible.
    Jon Keller, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Best Things to Do Driving, tasting, eating, and remarking about the beauty of this part of California filled our days, and visitors have so many places to see, depending on their interests, from wine to olive oil, craft beer, honey, cheese, and farm-fresh fruit and nuts.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Turn to face the shore, tread water, and signal for help by shouting or waving your arms.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
  • Some people trapped inside were seen hanging from windows and shouting for help as flames and smoke swept through parts of the building.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • Of course, formulating your long-term plan is just the first step.
    Eddy Azad, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
  • Ford, in his first interview about the film, is still formulating his thoughts on it.
    Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Ironically, the best path forward for programs like that would be a wealthy donor putting money into the program.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 June 2026
  • The Spurs will leave him open to shoot, putting an emphasis on him to knock his shots down.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 4 June 2026
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“Ripping (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ripping%20%28out%29. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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