pull together
Britishverb
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(intr, adverb) to cooperate or work harmoniously
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informal to regain one's self-control or composure
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Make a joint effort, cooperate, as in If we pull together, I'm sure we'll meet our quota . [Late 1700s]
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pull something together . Assemble or gather together, as in Once we pull together all the facts, we'll understand the situation . [Late 1800s] Also see pull oneself together .
Example Sentences
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By modifying the charge, the scientists can control whether the particles pull together and stick or push apart and separate.
From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026
The embattled organising team for the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps needs to speed up work and pull together, the senior Olympic official overseeing the preparations warned on Tuesday.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
It is seeking to pull together more than $100 billion in a deal that would value the startup at $830 billion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
Whether you're competing against workmates, family members or strangers, the ability to pull together your own dream team is irresistible to millions of football fans.
From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026
Splatters of earth and soil begin to pull together around my feet.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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