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“Teared” or “Tiered”

teared / tiered are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

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teared

  • verbseparate or cause to separate abruptly.
  • verbto separate or be separated by force.
  • verbmove quickly and violently.
  • verbfill with tears or shed tears.

tiered t·IY·r·d

  • adjectivehaving or arranged in tiers.
Usage

Examples in context

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“teared”

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“tiered”

  • …palm leaves cut to a tiered shape provide the roof.
  • 1966 – Tiered seating for 80 built by…

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