Tear down
/tɪə daun/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To destroy or demolish a physical structure or building.
- The old factory was torn down to make way for a new shopping center.
- They decided to tear down the abandoned house since it was a safety hazard.
2. To criticize someone or something very harshly or unkindly.
- The critics tore down the movie, saying it was poorly directed and acted.
- He tends to tear people down instead of offering constructive feedback.
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