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tearing

tea·ring

UK/ˈtɪə.ɹɪŋ/ US/ˈtɪɹ.ɪŋ/ fairly common
noun (1) adjective (1)

noun

1.

adjective

1.

marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid

  • “fierce loyalty”
  • “in a tearing rage”
  • “vehement dislike”
  • “violent passions”
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Phrases

  • display tearing
  • hot tearing
  • screen tearing

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