tear into
Go at hard
To tear into something is to attack it vigorously—physically, verbally, or figuratively.
You might tear into a steak, tear into an opponent's argument, or tear into someone who disappointed you.
The phrase suggests aggressive energy and lack of restraint: The critics tore into his latest film.
It can also mean to begin something with enthusiasm: She tore into the project.
- chew outReprimand severely
- berateCriticize severely and lengthily
- lambasteScold with ferocity
- go off onVerbally assault in anger
- attackAggressive act against another
excoriate · castigate · dress down · rake over the coals · scold · rebuke · tell off · take to task · read the riot act · upbraid · let have it · have at · rip apart · devour · criticize · reprimand · condemn · eviscerate
tear intopraise
Expression of approval
commend · compliment · laud · applaud · extol
tear intohandle with care
Instruction for delicate items
preserve · protect · leave alone · caress · lay aside
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