pull on
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The Sun's gravitational pull on Mars changes over the course of the planet's seasons because Mars travels along a slightly elliptical orbit and rotates on a tilted axis.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026
Often, like in my treatment in Singapore, cupping is paired with gua sha, creating a push and pull on the skin.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
But their footballing reputation is now so established the Balkan nation are benefiting from a diaspora wanting to pull on the red and white checked shirt.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
Apple, which also has a fair amount of pull on the S&P 500 and Dow, gained 1.2% and hit its first closing high since Dec. 2.
From Barron's ● May 7, 2026
The older girl dashed back to the cabin to shuck off her shift and quickly pull on her day clothes.
From "Orphan Island" by Laurel Snyder
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