splinter up
To break into lots of small sharp pieces, like when wood cracks apart
Meanings
Of a material (especially wood), to break into many sharp, jagged fragments
"The old door had splintered up along its entire length from the force of the impact."
Of a group or organization, to divide completely into smaller, opposing factions
"The coalition splintered up after the leaders failed to agree on economic policy."
Less common than 'splinter off' or simply 'splinter.' Often used to describe wood, organizations, or political groups fragmenting completely. The 'up' particle intensifies the sense of total disintegration. Relatively rare in everyday speech; more common in written or journalistic contexts.
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