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pulling

The correct spelling is pulling.

How to pronounce pulling

/ˈpʊlɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈpʊlɪŋ/

Say it like: Pul-lin-g

The correct spelling is pulling. To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force. For example: "When I give the signal, pull the rope."

Usage Examples

When I give the signal, pull the rope.

pull a finch

He's pulled that bird over there.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.
  2. 2.To gather with the hand, or by drawing toward oneself; to pluck.
  3. 3.To attract or net; to pull in.
  4. 4.To persuade (someone) to have sex with one.
  5. 5.To remove (something), especially from public circulation or availability.

noun

  1. 1.The act by which something is pulled.

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