Verbs of Attachment and Separation - Verbs for Breaking and Tearing

to separate something into more pieces, often in a sudden way

to break physically into pieces, often suddenly or violently

(of a pipe or similar structure) to burst or break apart suddenly

to break suddenly into several pieces

to break on the surface without falling into separate pieces

to forcefully break something open or apart

to break apart, turning into small pieces

to break a small piece off something

to suddenly break with a sharp noise

to break into smaller pieces

to break or lose structure and unity over time

to fall or break into pieces as a result of being in an extremely bad condition

to shatter into pieces

to forcibly pull something apart into pieces

to tear something forcefully

to tear, cut, or open something forcefully and quickly

to catch something on a sharp or rough object, resulting in damage or tearing

to become torn