Example Sentences

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If you’re a Dodgers fan, you know the rest of his baseball story: In his major league debut, Stripling was five outs from a no-hitter when Dodgers manager Dave Roberts yanked him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

But just because the allegations against Jackson have been yanked from the film doesn’t mean that they aren’t still there, casting a shadow over almost every scene.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

I yanked the top off the body-wash dispenser at one hotel and left it off until I checked out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The American moved to match point when Burruchaga drilled a backhand wide down the line, and then clinched victory when the South American yanked a wild forehand long on the next point.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Until Jack took a step forward, grabbed the wolf’s flowing fur cape, and yanked down with all his strength.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley