RIPPING (OUT) Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

ripping (out)

verb

Definition of ripping (out)

present participle of rip (out)

as in snarling

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The next minutes are a blur of snarling teeth, thrashing claws and deadly hatchet blows.

— Steve Searles, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
Early hints that Will was an abusive husband appear to have a precedent in the snarling disposition of his father Edgar (Erroll Shand), whose kindness mostly is reserved for his dog.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

Definition of snarling

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Throughout his illustrious career, Messi has cultivated a measured public image, rarely commenting on politics or becoming involved in major public controversies.

— Juan Melamed, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2026
For a refreshing change, try commenting on something novel, happy-clappy, borrowed or blue.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026

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Not feeding the hungry, not tending to the sick, not clothing the naked, not welcoming the refugee.

— Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026
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

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The project has had Hollywood interest for years and is now getting off the ground under filmmakers Colby Holt and Sam Probst, who will write and direct.

— Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2026
The primary win for Phoenix was getting off Royce O’Neale’s salary.

— John Hollinger, New York Times, 29 June 2026

Definition of getting off

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Iger presided over ABC's parent company when Kimmel was temporarily pulled from the air after remarking about Charlie Kirk's murder.

— Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026
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

Definition of remarking

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This lineup of body care products is a masterclass in formulating and designing a summer beauty collection for all ages and occasions.

— Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 July 2026
Vahidi has become a major player in formulating Iran’s tough stance in negotiating a possible permanent end to the war with the United States, experts say.

— Nasser Karimi, Fortune, 3 July 2026

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The exhibition game comes during both teams’ regular-season schedules, putting both clubs in midseason form.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 14 July 2026
The Giants drafted Rutgers outfielder Peyton Bonds in the third round of the amateur draft on Saturday, putting him with the same franchise where uncle Barry Bonds and grandfather Bobby Bonds both starred for years.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 July 2026

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