RIP (OUT) Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

rip (out)

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That being said, neither of their statements seemed as strongly worded as UEFA’s and focused on not being consulted rather than the substance of the proposal.

— Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 29 July 2026
There isn’t a positive review in sight as the finders rip through strongly worded and insulting critiques from major music publications.

— Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

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Havard declined to comment on reports that Jimmy Carr is being lined up as the motoring show’s new host, but Deadline hears talks are underway with the comedian.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2026
Police investigating the case, the Thai Embassy in Yangon and the court that sentenced her all refused to comment.

— Grant Peck, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

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Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh indicated last week that the central bank is uncomfortable with the current rate of inflation, remarks investors interpreted to mean the Fed is likely to raise its key interest rate in response.

— Rob Wile, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026
The American Idol winner sang the track as it was originally sung in the series, including the Korean lyrics, as many fans remarked on how impressively high Clarkson sang.

— Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

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Also formulated with hyaluronic acid, shea butter, collagen, peptides, and niacinamide, this anti-aging powerhouse remains true to its name thanks to a seemingly endless list of hydrating ingredients.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Think heavy grease, hard-water deposits, and mold, which are better addressed with products formulated for those specific problems.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026

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That term has taken on a life of its own, as people are making dances to phrase and using it in conversation.

— Moises Mendez II, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
It’s designed to interpret intent, so a request doesn’t necessarily have to be phrased as a precise smart home command.

— Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

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An ultra-fine, barrier-reparative mist, under-eye patches, and lip balms are also essential—tucked away in a pouch inside my Alex Mill tote.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 19 July 2026
Meanwhile, Hyland, 35, shared a video of herself lip syncing the song on vacation in Puerto Rico with husband Wells Adams and friends.

— Daniela Avila, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

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