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  • past tense form of tug.
  • past participle of tug.

tugged



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Farmers in tractors tugged water cisterns and aimed hoses at the blaze.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

Harpootlian tugged on the heavy restraints binding Murdaugh’s hands, waist and feet.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

Soccer’s first female head in 2019, less than a year after Cordeiro tugged the World Cup bid across the finish line.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 7, 2026

After a goalless first half, the game sparked into life when Manchester United were awarded a penalty after Alex Jimenez needlessly tugged back Matheus Cunha inside the box.

From BBC Mar. 20, 2026

“About, well . . .” He cracked his knuckles, pushed his hair off his forehead, tugged at his collar.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood



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