pull apart
US /pʊl əˈpɑːrt/
UK /pʊl əˈpɑːrt/
1.
desmontar, separar
to separate something into pieces by pulling
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The children tried to pull apart the toy, but it was too strong.
As crianças tentaram desmontar o brinquedo, mas era muito forte.
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The strong winds threatened to pull apart the old wooden fence.
Os ventos fortes ameaçavam despedaçar a velha cerca de madeira.
2.
detonar, criticar severamente
to criticize someone or something severely
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The critics really pulled apart his latest novel.
Os críticos realmente detonaram o último romance dele.
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Her boss pulled apart her presentation, pointing out every flaw.
O chefe dela despedaçou a apresentação dela, apontando cada falha.