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
Later, on a computer, Schacht pulled up scans that showed what addiction looks like in the brain.
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Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
The rest of her hair was pulled up in an undone updo, with a handful of delicately curled tendrils falling down her shoulders for extra romantic effect.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Udogie came off in the second half at Old Trafford after pulling up while running down the left wing.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2026
The witnesses said both vehicles stopped at a red light when Nixon pulled up alongside them and began yelling.
—Marissa Armas, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
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Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
The rest of her hair was pulled up in an undone updo, with a handful of delicately curled tendrils falling down her shoulders for extra romantic effect.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Udogie came off in the second half at Old Trafford after pulling up while running down the left wing.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2026
The witnesses said both vehicles stopped at a red light when Nixon pulled up alongside them and began yelling.
—Marissa Armas, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull up
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Venezuela - once Cuba's top supplier - effectively stopped sending shipments in mid-December.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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The government also stopped collecting and reporting crucial survey findings on transgender students — data that have shown higher rates of depression, drug use, bullying and other problems.—
Mike Stobbe,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Stellantis cancelled its line of Jeep plug-in hybrids earlier this year, and companies including Nissan and Tesla have halted or ended some EV models entirely.—
Julian Torres,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Hospital officials halted care at the center's total 35 clinics in the state.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
21 Feb. 2026
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The Clippers enter the final stretch of the season as the hottest team in the NBA, having won 20 of their past 27 games, a feat that caught many insiders by surprise.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
19 Feb. 2026
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So, this is about when undeniable attraction catches you off guard, but also the enormous consequences of following that urge and that feeling, and the consequences of that for the families around you, however innocent your intent is.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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Once met with only mild pushback, solar projects are now increasingly entangled in the same policy fights that have long stalled wind development across the country.—
Suhail Bhat,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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The pandemic and the need for funds for a larger expedition temporarily stalled a return to the area.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2026
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District Attorney John Creuzot has since assigned two lawyers to check the judgments with district clerks to help prevent mistakes.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Add this device to your carry-on or checked bag if you’re stressed about incurring overweight bag fees while traveling—it’ll hardly take up any space in your suitcase.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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Valencia stayed one step ahead in the final minutes to secure the victory.—
Tony Gleason,
Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The backstory The 34-year-old hotel is amid years-long renovations, ensuring this old favorite stays relevant and cool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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In normal times, Ramadan Friday prayers at Al Aqsa can draw up to 200,000.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Wish lists are being drawn up with urgency, led by industry heads pressing for clear action in the first 100 days.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
16 Feb. 2026
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Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed an ultra-stretchable material that repels nearly any liquid and holds up under extreme deformation.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Handcrafted in California, this compact bifold wallet holds up to 15 cards, all while maintaining a minimal size for easy, convenient carrying.—
Jennifer Vermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Pull up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20up. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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