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
  • Spencer Pratt did not hold back in a new social media video post, commenting on problems in the city and the remaining Los Angeles mayoral candidates following his loss in the primary.
    Julie Sharp, CBS News, 12 June 2026
  • On the gallery’s Instagram page, leading figures within the Brussel’s art scene have been commenting on the closure since the announcement.
    Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 11 June 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
  • The weekend is getting off to a hot start in North Texas.
    Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 13 June 2026
  • Over the last few years, the world of emissions standard setting has become increasingly contentious, so much so that even a few words can trigger a fight about whether companies are getting off the hook or being held to account.
    Justin Worland, Time, 12 June 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
  • People shouting out stuff like, 'Guilty!
    Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
  • As Bell was speaking to the defense, Brown began shouting, asking if the judge needed a copy of a statement from him.
    Andy Buck, CNN Money, 9 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
  • Down by 29 at one point, the Knicks stormed all the way back, putting Madison Square Garden into a frenzy.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2026
  • Miami Host Committee officials and local politicians were at the Fan Festival on Wednesday as workers bustled around putting the final touches on the park.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 11 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 16 Jun. 2026.

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