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Pull Definition & Meaning

1. To exert force to move something towards oneself or in a particular direction.

Example: She pulled the door open to enter the room.

2. To remove or extract something from a place or container.

Example: He pulled out a book from his bag to read.

3. To attract or draw someone or something towards oneself.

Example: The smell of freshly baked cookies pulled the children into the kitchen.

4. To perform a physical exercise that involves using one's muscles to bring weight or resistance towards oneself.

Example: He pulled the barbell towards his chest during his workout.

5. To cause something to become stretched or taut.

Example: She pulled the elastic band to secure her hair in a ponytail.

Examples of the word pull used in sentences.

  • The cowboy used all his strength to pull the rope.
  • I need to pull the door to open it.
  • Mom told me to pull the weeds from the garden.
  • He accidentally pulled the tablecloth and all the dishes fell.
  • Can you help me pull the heavy suitcase?
  • My grandma always tells me to pull up my socks to look presentable.
  • Can you please pull the rope and open the gate?
  • The poor dog was so scared that it had to be pulled out of the ditch.
  • I had to pull my car over to the side of the road to change the flat tire.
  • I felt a sharp pain in my arm when the doctor tried to pull the injection out.
  • I didn't realize the door was push, not pull, and I embarrassingly pushed on it.
  • My brother can pull off any outfit he wears, he has great fashion sense.
  • Can you help me pull this heavy suitcase to the car?
  • The team had to pull together to finish the project on time.
  • The doctor had to pull out the infected tooth to relieve the pain.
  • The teacher had to pull aside the disruptive student to have a talk with him.
  • Can you please help me pull this heavy box to the other room?
  • The athlete had to pull out of the competition due to a serious injury.
  • She decided to pull an all-nighter to finish her project on time.
  • He tried to pull a prank on his friend, but it didn't go as planned.
  • The company had to pull out of the deal due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • The mother had to pull rank and enforce her authority when her children refused to listen.
  • The guitarist pulled off an incredible solo that left the audience in awe.
  • The athlete had to pull up his socks and work harder after a disappointing performance.
  • She pulled out all the stops to ensure her project was a success.
  • When faced with a difficult situation, it's important to pull together as a team and work towards a common goal.
  • In order to launch the space shuttle, a tremendous amount of force is required to pull it away from the Earth's gravitational pull.
  • She tried to pull off a daring stunt on the trapeze, but almost lost her grip.
  • He thought he could pull a fast one on his boss, but ultimately got caught and fired.
  • The athlete had to pull out of the competition due to an injury sustained during training.
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