pulling

Example Sentences

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Open title, pulling ahead on the back nine at Riviera Country Club, which was playing host to the major championship for the first time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

With oil subsidies gone, tourism collapsing and foreign investors pulling out, Cuba is in dire shape.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

They are one of the city’s defining institutions, capable of pulling politicians, celebrities, children’s television characters and millions of everyday fans into the same conversation.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

"That was pulling something special out of the hat and a bit of luck to do it at the right time, but that is just where I am at the moment."

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“Will, are you all right?” asks Father, pulling me close.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes