Word: pull Word origin: Old English pullian ‘pluck, snatch’; origin uncertain; the sense has developed from expressing a short sharp action to one of sustained force. Phonetic: pʊl Listen:
exert force on (someone or something) so as to cause movement towards oneself. Example: he pulled them down on to the couch
move steadily in a specified direction or manner. Example: the bus was about to pull away
attract (someone) as a customer; cause to show interest in something. Example: anyone can enter the show if they have a good act and the ability to pull a crowd
cancel or withdraw (an entertainment or advertisement). Example: the gig was pulled at the first sign of difficulty
play (the ball) round to the leg side from the off.
(of a lineman) withdraw from and cross behind the line of scrimmage to block opposing players and clear the way for a runner. Example: he may be their best ever lineman—he can run and pull with the best
print (a proof).
an act of pulling something. Example: give the hair a quick pull and it comes out by the roots
a force drawing someone or something in a particular direction. Example: the pull of the water tore her away
(in sport) a pulling stroke.
a printer's proof.
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