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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
South Korea’s Kospi dropped a breathtaking 10%, pulled down by double-digit losses for chip makers Samsung and SK Hynix.
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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.
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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.
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Mark Prussin,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Some of these probes may already have been pulled down, considering the long timeline of Mars exploration.
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Mike Wall,
Space.com,
4 June 2026
Atwell pulled down three receptions that would have produced at least 65 yards during the situational period.
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Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
Coffey and Kayla McBride each pulled down eight rebounds apiece.
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Twin Cities,
15 May 2026
By the next day, Google had pulled down the offending videos.
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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.
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Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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
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The second inferno killed 12 people, destroyed 6,500 structures across the Palisades and Malibu and cost billions in damage and insurance claims.
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In Paradise, California, a community destroyed by wildfire adopted the ‘Wildfire Prepared Home Standard’ as its mandatory rebuilding benchmark.
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When the new plant opens, Fiveash will eventually be decommissioned and demolished, but not right away.
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The existing residence was demolished, though plans to build a new house never moved forward.
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His performance earned him hearty pats on the back from Counsell when he was pulled in the sixth and loud cheers from the strong Cubs contingent among the 40,193 fans at American Family Field.
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Adorni insisted the money was earned legitimately including through cryptocurrency investments.
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Its front-facing design deters pickpockets, while the water-resistant fabric protects your phone from surprise downpours or sweaty adventure days—because no one wants their phone ruined halfway through a trip.
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In practice, organic liquids like crude oil ruined everything.
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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.
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The president's team also repaired fountains throughout the city, tore down the White House's East Wing to make way for a ballroom, attempted to close the Kennedy Center for renovations, and drew up plans for a gigantic triumphal arch across the river from the capital in Virginia.
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The Royals won the first two games; the Rays were outscored 14-6 while not holding a lead once in the series.
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Haiti later won a true goal thanks to a lethal shot from Isidor.
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Carelessness and accidents happen, however, so take some time with each season to go through items and toss anything that’s faded, shattered, or stopped working.
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His remaining leg was shattered.
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The Boston Celtics and Heat gained steam as the leading suitors in the Giannis sweepstakes on the eve of the NBA Draft.
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Canaves said Prime Day's growing focus on household staples corresponds with Amazon's increasing investment in fresh and perishable grocery items, categories that have gained traction as Amazon expands same-day delivery capabilities.
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“Pulled down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulled%20down. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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