tear

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This can drive powerful thunderstorms overhead which can in turn lead to increased vertical wind shear in the Caribbean and Atlantic - meaning strong winds high in the atmosphere can tear storms apart.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The most significant is captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, who missed the New Zealand ODIs with a "minor" calf tear and has now been ruled out of the subsequent T20 series.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector exchange-traded fund has been on a tear this month.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Boeing, owing to its past takeover of MD-11 maker McDonnell Douglas, plays a major role in tracking how its aircraft handle wear and tear and informing customers how to maintain them.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

I saw them tear the pulp with their teeth just as I’d done, chew it, and drop the hard black nuts to the ground.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo