Tear Something Up

to cause something to be completely destroyed or severely damaged

The storm tore up the roof of our house.

The protesters tore up the city streets during the riot.

to cancel or annul something, such as a contract or agreement

The company tore up the contract after the dispute.

She tore up the will after her father's death.

to cause someone to feel very upset or emotional

The news of her mother's illness tore her up.

The movie tore me up, it was so sad.