pull away

1. Move away or withdraw, as in The car pulled away from the curb . [Mid-1900s]

2. Move ahead or forward, as in His horse pulled away and took the lead .

Example Sentences

This should be close into the fourth quarter, but the Chargers will make the pivotal plays in the final four minutes to pull away.

From Los Angeles Times

Saints are fine and should keep it close for a while, but Seattle will pull away.

From Los Angeles Times

After a brief pause, the SUV pulled away and the mob stormed in through the gaping maw that was once the front door.

From Los Angeles Times

The court heard Cowen was pulled away from Mr Carey by others in the room and restrained on the ground before police were called.

From BBC

Burrell scored 11 points in the fourth quarter to help the Sparks pull away.

From Los Angeles Times

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