as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
the jockey tried to pull up the apparently injured horse
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Recent Examples of pull up
Then a boat pulls up and takes its next victim, but this time there is no blood moon to hide from.
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Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2026
Viktoria Koskenoja, an emergency medicine physician, knocked on the door then greeted her warmly, pulling up a stool across from her.
—Kate Wells, NPR, 8 Apr. 2026
At 2121 Shamrock Drive, generations of Charlotte diners have pulled up a stool — and now, a new chapter begins.
—Evan Moore
april 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
Police learned that a 30-year-old man pulled up and shot at their sedan after a road rage incident.
—Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 7 Apr. 2026
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Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2026
Viktoria Koskenoja, an emergency medicine physician, knocked on the door then greeted her warmly, pulling up a stool across from her.
—Kate Wells, NPR, 8 Apr. 2026
At 2121 Shamrock Drive, generations of Charlotte diners have pulled up a stool — and now, a new chapter begins.
—Evan Moore
april 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
Police learned that a 30-year-old man pulled up and shot at their sedan after a road rage incident.
—Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull up
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On the whole, the findings suggest that the rise of AI tools hasn't stopped people from seeking professional medical care.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Some stepped on their brakes and with the ice on the road, the cars simply wouldn't stop.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The three-point win halted Ottawa’s three-game losing streak and allowed the Charge to leapfrog the Sceptres into the fourth and final playoff spot in the Professional Women’s Hockey League standings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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As part of that project, Vance announced the administration would temporarily halt $243 million in Medicaid funding to Minnesota over fraud concerns, a move over which the state has since sued.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Apr. 2026
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The goal is speed and dominance, but also restraint, especially when dealing with civilian mariners who may be caught in the middle of a military operation.—
Luis Martinez,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Just last week, Lakers coach JJ Redick was openly critical of Ayton’s pass-catching abilities after the team dropped a third consecutive game in their late-season stretch without Doncic and Austin Reaves due to their respective Grade 2 strains.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2026
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As the vehicle sat stalled, Davin Smith drove a maroon Honda CRV into the back of it, causing both the Honda and the cargo in the big rig to catch fire.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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That work has stalled due to limited funding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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If spending gets emotional, step back, check the bigger purpose, then choose the purchase that supports stability and keeps anxiety quiet.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing such as long pants and sleeves and checking for ticks after being outside in tick-prone areas can substantially reduce the risk of being bitten.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
9 Apr. 2026
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While the situation may feel serious, Lipsher stressed that preparation is about staying ahead of the problem, not panicking.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Costs, such as equipment, have crept up over time while soybean prices have stayed low.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Saiyub's mother even drew up a chair.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
10 Apr. 2026
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In the 1980s, the area was eyed as a potential world headquarters for Apple and, in the 1990s, Cisco drew up a similar proposal.—
Paul Rogers,
Mercury News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Chefs can only serve it raw or lightly smoked since its cellular structure cannot hold up under high heat.—
Jaia Clingham-David,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Apr. 2026
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That was being held up by Hungary’s Viktor Orbán, but his departure as prime minister after weekend elections could free up the sum.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Pull up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20up. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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