pulled down

past tense of pull down
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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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Recent Examples of pulled down South Korea’s Kospi dropped a breathtaking 10%, pulled down by double-digit losses for chip makers Samsung and SK Hynix. Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 24 June 2026 The next day, August 22, a crowd gathered in front of the headquarters of the KGB and pulled down a giant statue of its founder, Felix Dzerzhinsky. Literary Hub, 22 June 2026 After trailing for the entire third quarter, the Knicks rallied in the fourth as OG Anunoby finished with 28 points, Jalen Brunson had 25 points and Mitchell Robinson pulled down 15 rebounds. Mark Prussin, CBS News, 18 June 2026 Some of these probes may already have been pulled down, considering the long timeline of Mars exploration. Mike Wall, Space.com, 4 June 2026 Atwell pulled down three receptions that would have produced at least 65 yards during the situational period. Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026 Coffey and Kayla McBride each pulled down eight rebounds apiece. Twin Cities, 15 May 2026 By the next day, Google had pulled down the offending videos. Todd Spangler, Variety, 14 May 2026 In addition to Europe, Rieder sees select opportunities in emerging market bonds, which were pulled down because of concerns around the Iran war. Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pulled down
Verb
  • But just like all other houses in Collins First Nation, her home was completely destroyed by the fires.
    Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • The 1951 Flood claimed lives, destroyed homes and businesses, and scattered one of Kansas City’s largest Hispanic communities.
    Michelle Oliva-Espinosa, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • West Harbor is the redevelopment of the former waterfront Ports O'Call Village, which was demolished in 2018.
    Julie Sharp, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • The two-acre space was the site of the California State Building, which suffered systemic damage in the 1971 Sylmar earthquake and was demolished five years later.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026
Verb
  • Two seasons later, Dryer earned his one and only Pro Bowl nod.
    Jim Reineking, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Will Richard does all of the little things With the regular Warriors squad, Will Richard earned his minutes by doing all of the unglamorous things on the court.
    Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
Verb
  • What once was a world of fellowship has been ruined, covered in a pall of fear.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 17 July 2026
  • Dial said his arrest went on his record and ruined his career as an investment broker.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026
Verb
  • The French revolutionaries tore down almost all of society’s old structures—including the calendar, the churches, and the school system.
    David Brooks, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026
  • Piepenbrink encouraged people to visit the Crete Township Community Center on Cottage Grove Avenue and Monee Road to view photos from a 1952 fire that tore down the Balmoral Park grandstand during renovations.
    Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • And when Burnham — favored by many within Labour to lead the party and the country — won a special election for a seat in Parliament, Starmer gave in to the mounting pressure to quit.
    ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • Spain, meanwhile, is unbeaten in 37 straight matches and won both the 2022-23 UEFA Nations League and 2024 European Championship.
    Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • When the driver did not emerge after officers repeatedly ordered him out of the SUV, an officer shattered the window.
    Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Experience Doesn't Replace Understanding COVID-19 shattered the traditional office, boomers are working longer and Gen Z brings new expectations.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Verb
  • But the cause of female succession has gained little traction.
    Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
  • Illinois is where presidents have been born, gained experience to lead the nation — and even forced to resign, thanks in part to efforts by the Tribune.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

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“Pulled down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulled%20down. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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