rip into

rip into or tear into  {v.},  {informal}

1. To start a fight with; attack.

The puppy is tearing into the big dog.

Syn.: PITCH INTO.

2. To quarrel with; scold.

Mrs. Brown ripped into her daughter for coming home late.

Syn.: BAWL OUT, LACE INTO, LAY OUT, LET HAVE IT.