
Rip up
Emotional Response
Used to express strong feelings, like anger or frustration, often in a dramatic way.

After reading the upsetting news, he decided to rip up the magazine.
Irreversible Action
Once paper is ripped up, it cannot be easily restored, symbolizing a final decision.

When she ripped up his letter, it meant she never wanted to hear from him again.
Physical Context
Typically involves physical items like paper or photographs, not digital ones.

She ripped up the concert tickets in a fit of rage.
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