pulling

ADJECTIVE

magnetic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

hypnotic irresistible seductive

WEAK

alluring appealing arresting bewitching captivating charismatic charming enchanting entrancing fascinating inviting mesmerizing

Antonyms

WEAK

repellent repulsive

NOUN

extraction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

eradication

STRONG

abstraction derivation drawing elicitation evocation expression extirpation extrication separation withdrawal

WEAK

evulsion taking out uprooting wrenching wresting

Antonyms

WEAK

addition insertion introduction

NOUN

traction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

suction

STRONG

absorption adherence adhesion constriction contraction drag draught drawing grip haulage pull purchase resorption strain stress stretch suck towage

Antonyms

WEAK

slipperiness

Example Sentences

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Here, he’s pulling back the curtain to show kids exactly where their magic comes from.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Home hopes were, of course, not helped by Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu - the pair with the most pedigree - pulling out because of injury.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Fun at times, ridiculous at others, the show ended with multiple cliffhangers, so pulling the plug seems especially painful.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

The U.S. brokerage isn’t clear whether demand reflects genuine economic growth or if companies are pulling orders forward to sidestep upcoming tariffs and surcharges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

His pack was pulling him backwards into the ice hole.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

pulling

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