Idioms
Idioms are phrases which cannot be understood simply by looking at the meaning of the individual words in the phrase.
Idiom:
tear up (someone) or tear (someone) up
Meaning:
to cause someone much grief
Example:
The criminal activities of her son are tearing up the mother.
List of common idioms, their meanings and examples of their usage in sentences
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