pull
verb (used with object)
to draw or haul toward oneself or itself, in a particular direction, or into a particular position.
am pulling
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present progressiveof pull (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"Brandon’s my stepson, Kelly’s my good friend… I am pulling for both of them."
From Fox News ● Oct. 10, 2021
“They are always ongoing, but I agree with you — I am pulling for an extension,” Dipoto said with a laugh.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 7, 2021
I am pulling away from my wife—any type of affection threatens the internal walls that I try to maintain.
From Slate ● May 26, 2020
Lena, I am pulling for you and wishing you continued and unabated success.
From New York Times ● Jan. 2, 2018
And just then, the phone jumps to life in my hand, and as I am pulling it out of my pocket, Will Grayson's phone starts ringing.
From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan
