1
as in exited
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 withdrew
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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Recent Examples of pulled out
The Angels pulled out a 4-3 victory as Jo Adell remained a thorn in the Royals’ side.
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Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
The Chicago Bears have definitely pulled out all the stops to try and make life as easy as possible for quarterback Caleb Williams this offseason, adding even more weapons and bolstering their offensive line.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Hopson and a 40-year-old Detroit man had gotten into a verbal argument in the backyard when Hopson pulled out a knife and stabbed the man, who survived.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Many international aid groups, wary of collaborating with a repressive regime known for its persecution of women and girls, have since pulled out of the country.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Trump still pulled out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the cornerstone of Japan’s efforts to rein in China.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Brown pulled out his Google Doc, which included detailed definitions and examples of what love bombing entails.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2025
Hamros pulled out his cellphone and began recording the pair while making jokes about Monroe, prosecutors said.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
Trump and his cronies have pulled out all the stops — short of arrests — to neuter and delegitimize legitimate journalism.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
The Chicago Bears have definitely pulled out all the stops to try and make life as easy as possible for quarterback Caleb Williams this offseason, adding even more weapons and bolstering their offensive line.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Hopson and a 40-year-old Detroit man had gotten into a verbal argument in the backyard when Hopson pulled out a knife and stabbed the man, who survived.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Many international aid groups, wary of collaborating with a repressive regime known for its persecution of women and girls, have since pulled out of the country.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Trump still pulled out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the cornerstone of Japan’s efforts to rein in China.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Brown pulled out his Google Doc, which included detailed definitions and examples of what love bombing entails.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2025
Hamros pulled out his cellphone and began recording the pair while making jokes about Monroe, prosecutors said.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
Trump and his cronies have pulled out all the stops — short of arrests — to neuter and delegitimize legitimate journalism.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pulled out
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As the two left the stage, Carey and Grande shared another hug and exited together.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Tight end George Kittle and wide receiver Jauan Jennings both exited Sunday's 17-13 season-opening win over the Seattle Seahawks with hamstring and shoulder injuries, respectively, and both didn't return.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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Just a day before Amtrak unveiled its new Acela trains, his department withdrew another $175 million earmarked for California rail projects.—
Ben Jones,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
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In January 2023, Imavov was booked to face Kelvin Gastelum, but that fight fell apart when Gastelum withdrew.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Boise Pride moved the route from the heart of downtown to River Street, between South 13th and 9th streets.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fire crossed Dinkey Creek and moved north toward Oak Flat.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Gerson believes the gangs have retreated.—
Johnny Fils-Aimé,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
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Runner-up Sabalenka, meanwhile, retreated to another area, smashed her racket until the frame buckled and sat with her back against the wall, next to the scratch marks left on the floor.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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Glenn Martens for Maison Margiela Succeeding John Galliano—who departed the brand after 10 years in December of 2024—Martens is currently the creative director at both Maison Margiela and Diesel, connected through their parent company OTB Group.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The United dressing room was said to be toxic and fractured when Mourinho departed, with Solskjaer would be the man to repair it.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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After the Buckeyes won the College Football Playoff National Championship in January 2025, Kirk shared that Zak had been diagnosed with heart failure and medically retired from football.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Alcaraz holds a 9-5 career advantage, 3-2 in majors and 6-2 on hardcourts, including the Cincinnati final where Sinner retired with a virus.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Police reported the suspect got into an awaiting black SUV driven by a second suspect, and the pair fled the scene.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Boise State football got the train back on the tracks last Friday night, torching Eastern Washington 51-14 in the Broncos’ home opener to get to 1-1 on the season.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Sep. 2025
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That new equalized funding formula went into effect after a three-year transition period in 2024, when 44 groups each got $9,269, according to the three-year awards report.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Following in the menswear trend of the night, Lenny Kravitz went sans shirt at the MTV VMAs.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Pulled out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulled%20out. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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