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as in pulls
to cause to follow by applying steady force on
a pair of strong oxen hauled the plow
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as in carries
to support and take from one place to another
a vast army of trucks haul produce across America every day
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as in yields
the total amount collected or obtained especially at one time
our latest trip to collect shells at the beach resulted in quite a haul
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as in loads
a mass or quantity of something taken up and carried, conveyed, or transported
a truck carrying a large haul of lumber
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as in tugs
the act or an instance of applying force on something so that it moves in the direction of the force
the sharp haul strained the rope but didn't break it
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Recent Examples of hauls
Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
Global warming could doom them Under no light but the stars, a green sea turtle hauls herself out of the surf and onto the familiar sand of Alagadi Beach on the northern coast of Cyprus.
—Elizabeth Preston, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025
The Maverick, which is available in five trims, costs less than $29,000 for the XL model, hauls 1,500 lbs and tows up to 4,000 lbs.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 28 Nov. 2025
Henry is surprised by the reaction of the crowd, which hauls him outside to drown him in the well for sticking his nose in clan matters.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 11 Feb. 2026
Editorials dissected how to achieve the brand’s traditional, patrician look, while TikTok and Instagram filled with home décor hauls inspired by the label’s timeless Americana.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
Olympics gear hauls, athlete appointments, and fashionable creators are going viral for this collection well ahead of the Opening Ceremony.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Bottom-six centers can bring back hauls with first-rounders.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
While the number is almost ridiculous, over-the-top hauls like this have become a staple of Bloom's content.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Player of the Week Junior forward Katie Peetz scores 18 points and hauls down five rebounds in Lockport’s 57-43 win over Stagg.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
From short hops to international hauls, economy seats to business cabins, frequent fliers know that comfort, preparedness, and a touch of strategy make all the difference between a smooth trip and a travel nightmare.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Driving these strong hauls is the sale of premium large format tickets for screens like IMAX and Dolby, as well as 3D showings, which tend to be more expensive than regular tickets.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2025
Verb
After the gating email, Otto hauls Harper in for a talking-to.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
Global warming could doom them Under no light but the stars, a green sea turtle hauls herself out of the surf and onto the familiar sand of Alagadi Beach on the northern coast of Cyprus.
—Elizabeth Preston, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025
The Maverick, which is available in five trims, costs less than $29,000 for the XL model, hauls 1,500 lbs and tows up to 4,000 lbs.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 28 Nov. 2025
Henry is surprised by the reaction of the crowd, which hauls him outside to drown him in the well for sticking his nose in clan matters.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
Bienvenido’s tax records show Enriquez has drawn a similarly low salary from the nonprofit organization since founding it in 2019, despite regularly pulling in six-figure fundraising hauls.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 11 Feb. 2026
Editorials dissected how to achieve the brand’s traditional, patrician look, while TikTok and Instagram filled with home décor hauls inspired by the label’s timeless Americana.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
Olympics gear hauls, athlete appointments, and fashionable creators are going viral for this collection well ahead of the Opening Ceremony.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Bottom-six centers can bring back hauls with first-rounders.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
While the number is almost ridiculous, over-the-top hauls like this have become a staple of Bloom's content.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Player of the Week Junior forward Katie Peetz scores 18 points and hauls down five rebounds in Lockport’s 57-43 win over Stagg.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
From short hops to international hauls, economy seats to business cabins, frequent fliers know that comfort, preparedness, and a touch of strategy make all the difference between a smooth trip and a travel nightmare.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Driving these strong hauls is the sale of premium large format tickets for screens like IMAX and Dolby, as well as 3D showings, which tend to be more expensive than regular tickets.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hauls
Verb
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Carolyn pulls him in for a kiss.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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The backward shift showed less recovery, likely because gravity pulls downward rather than forward, so some effects of spaceflight on brain position may last longer than others.—
Rachael Seidler,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Unlike most hydroelectric plants, it is not located at the base of the dam, but carries water down about 1,000 feet in elevation to generate more water pressure and electricity.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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While smoking is widely understood to pose health risks, the habit also carries steep financial consequences.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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By the mid-1990s, yields had collapsed and coffee production could not recover in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo.—
Lily Peck,
The Conversation,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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When using the dishwasher or washing machine, run full loads to maximize usage of the water.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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The 2026 Super Bowl had loads of celebrities cheering on their favorite team from the VIP boxes—Jay-Z, Kendall Jenner, Saweetie, Rosé, and Travis Scott among them.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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As part of its support service to the Royal Navy, Serco intends to purchase 24 vessels, including a mix of ASD tugs, reverse-stern-drive tugs, pilot boats, barges, and crane barges, for which the contract was awarded to Dutch defence manufacturer Damen.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Jan. 2026
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These motorcycles were so well-built that they were even employed in both World Wars, mainly as dispatch bikes and sidecar tugs for the British armed forces.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Dec. 2025
Verb
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And when the failure drags on long enough, extreme partisanship rushes in to fill it.—
Melissa Derosa,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2026
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But the process often drags on for years, with a slim success rate.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Set within the four-block Faena District, the hotel transports guests to the fantastical world of founder Alan Faena, and it’s filled with incredible art, dining, and wellness options.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Iron Iron is an essential mineral needed to make hemoglobin, the protein found in red blood cells that transports oxygen.—
Kristen Gasnick,
Verywell Health,
4 Feb. 2026
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To show how human and animal lives parallel each other, whether thriving upon the bounties of a healthy ecosystem or impacted by change, Kotevska focuses on Nikola Conev and his extended family.—
Alissa Simon,
Variety,
4 Feb. 2026
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Gregory Bovino, who was then the face of Operation Midway Blitz, along with what agents characterized as cash bounties for Bovino’s kidnapping and murder.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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