pull on

verb

pulled on; pulling on; pulls on

1

: to hold onto and move (something) toward oneself

She pulled on the rope with all her might.

2

: to hold onto and pull (something) repeatedly

When she gets nervous, she pulls on her ear.

3

: to breathe in the smoke from (a cigarette, pipe, etc.)

He rocked back and forth, pulling on his pipe.

4

: to dress oneself in (clothing)

She quickly pulled on her boots.

He pulled a sweater on.

Examples of pull on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the possibilities really are endless—pull on some jean shorts for a casual feel or a miniskirt for an extra touch of glamour. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026

However, a stiff shoulder can make pulling on a shirt surprisingly difficult, while balance problems can turn a simple pair of pants into a real challenge. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026

The trailer relies on a hitch coupler force sensor to provide continuous feedback on the pull on the tow vehicle, managing the trailer's movement by increasing motor output or applying the electro-mechanical brakes located at all four wheels. — New Atlas, 23 July 2026

Still visibly laboring through the pain, Dias pulled on a pair of chaps that once belonged to Lane Frost, one of the most iconic figures in bull riding history. — Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Rhymes for pull on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
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• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon