pulling

[ˈpʊlɪŋ]

pulling Definition

  • 1the act of exerting force to move something towards or away from oneself
  • 2the act of attracting or drawing someone or something towards oneself

Using pulling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pulling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She was pulling the heavy suitcase behind her.

  • Example

    He is pulling the door open.

  • Example

    The magnet is pulling the metal object towards it.

  • Example

    The singer's performance was pulling in a large crowd.

pulling Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with pulling

  • the ability to attract or draw people or things towards oneself

    Example

    The new restaurant has a lot of pulling power, attracting many customers with its unique menu.

  • a difficult or unpleasant task that requires a lot of effort and patience

    Example

    Getting my child to brush his teeth is like pulling teeth.

  • doing one's fair share of work or contributing equally to a group effort

    Example

    Everyone needs to be pulling their weight if we want to finish this project on time.

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Summary: pulling in Brief

The term 'pulling' [ˈpʊlɪŋ] refers to the act of exerting force to move something towards or away from oneself, as in 'She was pulling the heavy suitcase behind her.' It can also mean the act of attracting or drawing someone or something towards oneself, as in 'The singer's performance was pulling in a large crowd.' 'Pulling' extends into phrases like 'pulling power,' denoting the ability to attract, and 'pulling teeth,' referring to a difficult task.

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