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to tear out
[phrase form: tear]
01
to forcefully split or remove something from their place or position, often through pulling or ripping
02
to forcefully and suddenly remove someone or something from a state of mind, normalcy, inactivity, etc.
03
to depart quickly and suddenly from a location or situation
04
to force someone to talk or reveal something against their will
05
to suddenly remove someone from somewhere or something by force
Example
The gardener had to tear out the invasive weeds from the flower bed.
The protesters attempted to tear out the controversial sign from the ground.
The persistent reporter tore out valuable insights from the reticent interviewee.
The investigator managed to tear out a confession from the apprehended criminal.
The interrogator attempted to tear out the truth from the suspect, resorting to relentless questioning and psychological pressure.