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Tear off

Definitions:

1. Verb - To forcefully remove something by pulling it apart:

Example sentences:

• He tear off the wrapping paper to reveal the gift.
• The chef tore off a piece of bread from the loaf.
• Please tear off this coupon and bring it to the store for a discount.

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2. Noun - A detachable part or portion:

Example sentences:

• She handed me a tear-off of the flyer.
• The notebook has tear-offs for easy removal of pages.
• I need a tear-off from your notebook to write down my address.

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3. Adjective - Describing something that is very popular:

Example sentences:

• The band's latest album is a tear-off hit.
• This fashion trend is becoming tear-off.
• That movie was a tear-off success at the box office.

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4. Adjective - Specific to a particular locality:

Example sentences:

• This dish is a tear-off specialty of the region.
• She collects tear-off postcards from all the places she visits.
• We saw a tear-off mural painted on a wall downtown.

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