pulled
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of pulled
First recorded in 1730–40; pull ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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When he was named as England white-ball captain last year, Brook pulled out of the IPL and remains banned from the competition as a result.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
U.S. index-tracking funds pulled even with active funds in total assets for the first time in 2020, according to the Investment Company Institute, and now hold almost twice as much money.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
Cheng and Kraft tied the set at 15, but Brasher and Cruz pulled ahead for the 21-18 win.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
Daniela Largo, 32, was pulled from the debris on Tuesday in the city of Pereira to shouts of joy and applause, becoming a symbol of hope for a nation reeling from Monday's disaster.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
This feels like a trick, like the rug’s about to be pulled out from under me.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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