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Ripping Up

Verb (Senses and Usages):

1. To tear or remove forcibly.
• He was ripping up the old carpet to reveal the hardwood floor underneath.
• Carpet removal tools can be helpful when ripping up old flooring.
2. To destroy or eliminate completely.
• The journalist's article is ripping up the false rumors circulating about the celebrity.
• Books debunking myths can help in ripping up misconceptions.
3. To shatter or disrupt something forcefully.
• The sudden thunderstorm ripped up the tranquility of the serene countryside.
• CDs with thunderstorm sounds can help in creating an atmosphere where one feels ripped up.

Noun (Sense and Usage):

1. An act of tearing or shredding.
• The ripping up of the letter was a sign of his frustration.
• Shredders can facilitate the ripping up of any sensitive documents.