How to Use shred in a Sentence

shred

1 of 2 noun
  • The wallpaper is in shreds.
  • He struggled to retain a shred of his dignity.
  • His reputation was in shreds after the arrest.
  • My hopes and dreams are just to go into it and tear it to shreds.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Walston ripped up the card and let the shreds fall on Penn.
    — Cameron Crowe, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Large shred This is the default side most of us turn to.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
  • So what happens now that there is even a shred of closure?
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 May 2026
  • These small shreds of plastic were found around Becky Bliefnick's body.
    — Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 30 Sep. 2023
  • And, without a shred of evidence in any form?
    — Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 6 Aug. 2025
  • With not a shred of fashion background, Moffie set out to solve that problem.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025
  • Most of what has been discovered are bone fragments, teeth and shreds of clothing.
    — Pascale Bonnefoy, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Most boxes focus on generic stuff that will either get ripped to shreds or tossed to the side.
    — Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 12 May 2026
  • That was the last shred of competitiveness in the game.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 1 May 2026
  • Dennard offered a shred of advice.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Shred into large pieces into a bowl, then go back through with your fingers to break into fine shreds.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
  • In a shred of good news for those who hate the frigid weather, this cold blast could be relatively short-lived.
    — Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2025
  • What inspires a shred of confidence that the buy-sell program arrow will point up?
    — Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Oct. 2023
  • The offerings are pure Tennessee, with not a shred of brisket to be found.
    — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
  • The Nuggets of three seasons ago finished guests off without a shred of mercy.
    — Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Destroyed in one second by my mother, its shreds tossed into the garbage can under the sink.
    — Miriam Toews september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
  • But in a shred of good news for those who hate the frigid weather, this cold blast could be relatively short-lived.
    — Brandi D. Addison, Freep.com, 11 Dec. 2025
  • There’s a lot of malarkey but also shreds of promise in trying to move beyond the smartphone.
    — Shira Ovide, Washington Post, 5 Jan. 2024
  • Remove the skin, then use two forks to separate the meat into evenly-sized shreds.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
  • There’s not a shred of that in a pair of sweatpants, nor, in my eyes, an ounce of femininity.
    — Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2021
  • The secret payout was wrong and eliminated any shred of trust.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 13 Aug. 2025
  • That's patently false and not supported by a shred of evidence.
    — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
  • That base is thoroughly blended with thick, soft spaghetti noodles and big shreds of pork that have a great smoky bite.
    — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2024
  • But the unfixed nature of trauma colors even the most vivid of memories with shreds of doubt.
    — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
  • In that context, no one with a shred of human compassion would object to what the Board has done.
    — Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 11 Mar. 2022
  • Not an ounce of human empathy, not a shred of human decency.
    — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026

shred

2 of 2 verb
  • Shred the cabbage and add it to the salad.
  • His neck was bruised, and his new shirt was shredded.
    — Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Your legs will be shredded and ready for the hot springs.
    — Graham Averill, Outside, 12 Dec. 2025
  • Finely shred lemon peel and squeeze juice from lemon; set aside.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2022
  • The blast ripped through her right leg — shredding flesh and bone.
    — Raja Abdulrahim, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Then the war in Gaza shredded them.
    — Steve Peoples, Fortune, 24 June 2026
  • The pork can be cooked and shredded up to two days in advance.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Trees were shredded and came crashing down on cars and roofs.
    — Darius Johnson, CBS News, 12 June 2026
  • The wider shots showed dozens of homes shredded by months of artillery fire.
    — Serhii Korolchuk, Washington Post, 23 Apr. 2023
  • Or shred it and dress with sesame oil and vinegar for a rice bowl condiment.
    — Yejin Choi, Bon Appétit, 11 Aug. 2022
  • Your food processor can also shred cheese with a grater.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Once cool enough to handle, shred chicken, but not too finely.
    — Minerva Orduño Rincón, The Arizona Republic, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Most grocery stores even sell it already shredded, which saves even more time.
    — Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 29 June 2026
  • Fabrics are shredded, cleaned, and spun into new yarn.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Stir in two parts Parmesan, shredded.
    — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Once made and shredded, get creative with uses.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • When shopping, look for a model that can slice and/or shred foods like tomatoes and cheese.
    — Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 10 Feb. 2023
  • These events are fairly common, as black holes shred their way through stars all around the universe.
    — Joshua Hawkins, BGR, 10 Nov. 2022
  • This is the kind of corruption that shreds the fabric of a nation.
    — Time Staff, Time, 25 Feb. 2026
  • This is the kind of corruption that shreds the fabric of a nation.
    — Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Be careful not to get your fingers too close to the shredding surface.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2023
  • People are asked to sort items before bringing them to be shredded.
    — Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2023
  • Flyer gone damp in his hand, creases shredding how cut cotton would.
    — Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2025
  • As soon as the chicken is cool enough to handle, pull off and shred the meat; discard the skin and bones.
    — Janelle Davis, CNN, 7 Feb. 2023
  • Sinews need to be dried, shredded, then placed in cool water before gluing.
    — Keith McCafferty, Field & Stream, 29 June 2023
  • Peeled, fresh ginger can be shredded, diced, or sliced to use in various recipes.
    — Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 20 Dec. 2025
  • At least the Fraimic won't shred itself at auction.
    — Joe Salas may 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026
  • In his first match, Graif shredded his french opponent.
    — Heather Abbott, CBS News, 17 Nov. 2025
  • Or the way, in the absence of skate parks, skateboarders impart the best places in the city to shred.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN, 25 Oct. 2022
  • Spread out oats and shredded coconut onto cookie sheet.
    — Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 9 Aug. 2025

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