haul Definition
- 1to pull something heavy with effort
- 2to transport something to a different location
- 3a distance traveled while transporting something
Using haul: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "haul" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
We had to haul the sofa up three flights of stairs.
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The truck was hauling a load of lumber.
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He hauled himself out of bed.
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She hauled her suitcase off the baggage carousel.
haul Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using haul
Example
We need to haul ass if we want to make it to the concert on time.
Example
The boss hauled him over the coals for his poor performance.
Example
The project was a long haul, but we finally finished it.
Phrases with haul
Example
He hauled off and punched the wall.
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The police hauled in the suspect for questioning.
haul up
to bring someone or something to a higher position
Example
He hauled himself up onto the roof.
Origins of haul
from Old Norse 'halda', meaning 'to hold'
Summary: haul in Brief
The verb 'haul' [hɔːl] means to pull something heavy with effort or transport something to a different location. It can also refer to the distance traveled while transporting something. Examples include 'We had to haul the sofa up three flights of stairs' and 'The truck was hauling a load of lumber.' Phrases like 'haul ass' denote moving quickly, while 'haul over the coals' implies severe criticism.
