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as in destroyed
to bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of
a powerful storm pulled down the old fishing shack, which had been immortalized in countless paintings
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as in demolished
to destroy (as a building) completely by knocking down or breaking to pieces
an ugly billboard that was eventually pulled down
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as in earned
to receive as return for effort
he's pulling down six figures at that job
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Recent Examples of pulled down
The red engine shut-off handles were not pulled down all the way, and the engines were not turned off, according the plea agreement.
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Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2025
Dearica Hamby scored 20 points and pulled down 12 rebounds in the win, while Kelsey Plum added 18 points and seven assists.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
However, this is folded away when not in use and a nearby Murphy style double bed is pulled down from the wall, turning the space into the bedroom.
—New Atlas, 27 Aug. 2025
European stock markets retreated on Tuesday, pulled down by French equities as traders monitored the potential for the government to lose a confidence vote next month.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
That was showcased on Sunday when second-year safety Patrick McMorris pulled down a second-quarter interception on a pass intended for Bears receiver Samori Toure that cornerback Ethan Bonner tipped on contact.
—Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2025
Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 5 Sep. 2025
Dearica Hamby scored 20 points and pulled down 12 rebounds in the win, while Kelsey Plum added 18 points and seven assists.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
However, this is folded away when not in use and a nearby Murphy style double bed is pulled down from the wall, turning the space into the bedroom.
—New Atlas, 27 Aug. 2025
European stock markets retreated on Tuesday, pulled down by French equities as traders monitored the potential for the government to lose a confidence vote next month.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
That was showcased on Sunday when second-year safety Patrick McMorris pulled down a second-quarter interception on a pass intended for Bears receiver Samori Toure that cornerback Ethan Bonner tipped on contact.
—Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pulled down
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However, all three have been destroyed in separate accidents, the latest of which occurred on March 17, 2025, when a Heron Mk1 crashed into a helicopter while landing, totaling both aircraft but luckily not causing any casualties.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The video shows a couch completely destroyed, with stuffing pulled out and the frame exposed down to the springs.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, several existing dilapidated buildings on the site will be demolished and their concrete recycled and partly reused to realize the new structures.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Sep. 2025
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Archaeologists believe that Ayscough's house was demolished after a fire destroyed it in the early 1800s – but its remains have only just been uncovered in new excavations.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Velasco's wife, a teacher who earned her doctorate alongside him, pushed him to change his approach.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The scene touched the hearts of viewers and earned rave reviews from critics.—
Carson Blackwelder,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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To him, the field looked ruined — nothing like the stiff, proud stalks of wheat growing nearby.—
Julia Rendleman,
ProPublica,
5 Sep. 2025
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Our family has been ruined by Denise's lies of promising to end a year-long affair.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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The occupiers tore down fences, carved new roads on the reserve and posted armed guards during their 41-day occupation, former Idaho Statesman reporter Rocky Barker wrote at the time.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Sep. 2025
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The doc by Nim Shapira focuses on the street war that broke out between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups that tore down each other’s messages about the 250 hostages taken by Hamas during the October 7 terror attack in Israel.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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Charlotte forced five Tar Heels three-and-outs, held them to 33% on third-down attempts, and won the time of possession battle.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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After the Yankees won two of three in Houston to start their gauntlet of 12 straight against current playoff teams, Judge was in the lineup and playing right field.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The family faces a critical point that will either make their bond stronger or leave it shattered forever.—
Joyce Orlando,
The Tennessean,
29 Aug. 2025
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When gunfire shattered a routine Mass marking the first week of class at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, middle school students were among those who acted heroically, according to an emergency official, a principal and a parent whose children attend the school.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
28 Aug. 2025
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The post quickly gained traction, receiving over 2,700 upvotes.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Startups gained an edge by staying lean, automating manual work and cutting anything that doesn’t drive growth or profit.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Pulled down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulled%20down. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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