1
as in to move
to leave a place often for another
the party's been fun, but it's time to pull out
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2
as in to withdraw
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
the aid workers have been advised to pull out of those regions to which the conflict has spread
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as in withdrawal
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
the civil unrest has led the company to initiate a pullout of its operations in the region
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Recent Examples of pull out
ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
That sofa can also transform into a mini movie theater, as a flatscreen TV can be pulled out from behind the pilot-seat cabinet.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026
Jamie Carter, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Rosa slept on a pullout bed in a room with Jimmy, Griselda’s nineteen-year-old son.
—Oriana Van Praag, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Justin Rose also pulled out, fresh off his third time with a lead on the back nine at Augusta National without a green jacket to show for it.
—ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
That sofa can also transform into a mini movie theater, as a flatscreen TV can be pulled out from behind the pilot-seat cabinet.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
Great places to stargaze on the south rim include Grand Canyon Visitor Center (the most convenient), Mather Point, Hermit's Rest and the many pullouts on the flat Rim Trail.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Rosa slept on a pullout bed in a room with Jimmy, Griselda’s nineteen-year-old son.
—Oriana Van Praag, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull out
Verb
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The draft pick was top-10 protected in 2026, and with the Panthers owning the eighth-worst record in the NHL this season, the worst that pick can be after the draft lottery is 10th, as a maximum of two teams can potentially move up past the Panthers in that lottery.—
Steve Svekis,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
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Homeowner Maha Amin moved three dozen sandbags from the trunk of her car to her driveway Thursday, bracing for more flooding in Des Plaines.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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In turn, Canadian prosecutors will withdraw all 14 murder charges laid against Kenneth Law, lawyer Matthew Gourlay told CBC News.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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When the San Francisco Chronicle published its investigation, Swalwell’s campaign collapsed within 48 hours, indicating that the evidence was sufficiently substantial to immediately persuade political allies, campaign chairs, and fellow Democrats to withdraw their support.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Private credit funds, meanwhile, often restrict withdrawals during times of stress.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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And that's something a CD can offer – not only against market conditions but also against an endless cycle of withdrawals and deposits that a costly early withdrawal penalty can easily discourage.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After driving around on the freeways for more than 15 minutes, the suspect exited onto city streets in the Compton area.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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But Dominguez exited to boos with the bases loaded and one out after allowing Caminero's leadoff home run, a single, a walk, a hit batter and a wild pitch.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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As tensions escalate into violence, Tina retreats into the basement, seeking refuge from the chaos above.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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The carrier retreated to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay on the island of Crete for maintenance work March 23.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2026
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House Speaker Mike Johnson departs after a vote at the Capitol on March 26, 2026.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The shareholder letter also revealed that Netflix cofounder Reed Hastings would be departing its board of directors to focus on philanthropic efforts.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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The rec center helps, too, loaded with duckpin bowling, a small cinema, and games so there’s always something to fall back on.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2026
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Gravity can cause the tongue and soft palate to fall back and obstruct the airway, making breathing harder.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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At that moment Contreras made perhaps the biggest play of the game, eschewing the easy force play on McGonigle at first and making the considerably more challenging throw to second to get the lead runner.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
18 Apr. 2026
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In 2024-25, the Lightning went 29-8-4 at home during the regular season and pushed to get home-ice advantage over the Panthers by finishing second in the Atlantic Division.—
Eduardo A. Encina,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Pull out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20out. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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