yanking Definition
pulling something suddenly and with force.
Using yanking: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "yanking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He was yanking on the door handle, trying to get it open.
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She yanked the toy out of her dog's mouth.
Example
The child was yanking at his mother's sleeve, asking for candy.
yanking Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: yanking in Brief
The verb 'yanking' [yaŋkɪŋ] means to pull something suddenly and with force. It is often used to describe a sudden or forceful action, such as 'He was yanking on the door handle, trying to get it open.' Synonyms include 'jerking,' 'tugging,' and 'dragging.'
