tear down

US /ter daʊn/
UK /ter daʊn/
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1.

to intentionally destroy a building or other structure because it is old or not wanted

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They decided to tear down the old factory to build new apartments.
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The city plans to tear down several abandoned buildings in the area.
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demolishdismantleknock downpull downraze
2.

to criticize someone or something severely

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The critics really tore down his latest movie.
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She felt completely torn down by his harsh words.
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criticizedenigratedisparagelambastevilify
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