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2 of 4 senses of tear

 

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1. Noun - Tear (noun): A drop of clear, salty liquid secreted by the lacrimal glands in the eye to keep it moist and cleanse it from debris.

- Example sentence: "She wiped away a tear that rolled down her cheek."

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2. Noun - Tear (noun): A hole or opening caused by the pulling or stretching apart of a material, often resulting in a split.

- Example sentence: "Be careful not to rip the paper; you don't want a tear in it."

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3. Verb - Tear (verb): To pull or rip something apart forcefully.

- Example sentence: "She tearfully tore up the old love letters."

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4. Verb - Tear (verb): To move extremely quickly or hastily.

- Example sentence: "The car tore down the highway, leaving a trail of dust behind."

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