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to tear apart
[phrase form: tear]
01
to separate or destroy by causing serious arguments in a country, organization, or group
02
to cause emotional distress or deep sadness
tear apart
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Example
The country was torn apart by internecine warfare between different factions.
The cheesy cardboard packaging tore apart when handled.
Families were often torn apart when members were sent to the camp.
The lion's powerful jaws allowed it to tear apart its prey.
He was verbally assaulted during the debate, with every point he made being torn apart.
