Shred
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Physical Action
Visualize the act of physically tearing something apart with hands or tools. Shred those old bank statements.
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Privacy Protection
Shredding is often done to protect privacy by destroying personal info. Remember to shred your receipts.
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Complete Destruction
Use 'shred' when you mean completely destroying something into small pieces. Shred the evidence thoroughly.