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Recent Examples of pull through
Yet many retailers expect to pull through the 2025 holiday season with satisfactory, if modest, gains.
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David Moin, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
In the hospital lobby, about 200 people – friends and family – kept vigil, praying Katy would pull through.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Here, at last, was the chance for the Broncos to pull through down the stretch and put away a quality team.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2025
The Johnsons managed to pull through.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
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David Moin, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
In the hospital lobby, about 200 people – friends and family – kept vigil, praying Katy would pull through.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Here, at last, was the chance for the Broncos to pull through down the stretch and put away a quality team.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2025
The Johnsons managed to pull through.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull through
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Despite the lack of answers, Jim and Nancy remained optimistic, holding out hope for their kids' eventual discovery.—
Makena Gera,
PEOPLE,
4 Jan. 2026
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Reese is holding out hope with a positive attitude.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
2 Jan. 2026
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November 4th comes around every two years.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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People know that snow is coming around halftime that will render first downs even more of a challenge.—
Tim Cowlishaw,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Chickpeas and Swiss chard hang on to their texture in the brew, but use whichever white beans and hearty greens speak to you.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Tritons hang on The Tritons’ women’s basketball team moved back into a tie for the Big West Conference lead by holding on to defeat the Anteaters 68-66 in Irvine.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2026
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Efforts in recent years have focused on recovering ancient grape varieties and highlighting the distinctive conditions of the islands.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Agents also recovered two helmets and body armor, according to the DOJ.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The race was won by defending Olympic champion Sara Hector, who held on to her opening run lead for her first victory since January 2025.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Jan. 2026
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Tritons hang on The Tritons’ women’s basketball team moved back into a tie for the Big West Conference lead by holding on to defeat the Anteaters 68-66 in Irvine.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2026
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Chicago overcame a 14-point, first-half deficit and also withstood a 13-0 run from Minnesota in the fourth quarter.—
Tom Carothers,
Twin Cities,
23 Jan. 2026
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Trabuco Hills’ defense was crucial in helping the Mustangs withstand a fourth-quarter rally by Tesoro.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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The agency added that one individual is being questioned as the investigation continues.—
Hunter Geisel,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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Democrats could also attempt next week to strip the DHS component from the legislation and fund the rest of the government while the ICE political fight continues to play out.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The ice was jagged, and rocks were sticking out at the bottom.—
Outside,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
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There was one [moment] that really stuck out to me [with] Eric Roberts.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Pull through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20through. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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