as in stopped
to bring (something) to a standstill
the jockey tried to pull up the apparently injured horse
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of pulled up
There were no TVs in the building, so Shade pulled up the game on her phone once the Huskies started to mount their comeback from a 19-point deficit in the first half.
—
Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
The teens pulled up to a home in the 10000 block of South Wallace Street where two women were talking, prosecutors said.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
As the officers pulled up, they were directed by people on the scene where Jones was believed to be hiding.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Instead, the Lakers superstar pulled up straight over the top of Bryant’s outstretched arm, dropping a fadeaway jumper softly through the net.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
One afternoon in late summer, Wright pulled up his personal Proxi prototype.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
As people gathered outside Antioch Baptist Church ahead of funeral services, a vehicle pulled up nearby.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026
Shortly after the victim pulled up to the suspect’s vehicle, the suspect shot and killed the victim, police say.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 23 Mar. 2026
Investigators said that as the officer pulled up, the driver tried to leave but was injured.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
The teens pulled up to a home in the 10000 block of South Wallace Street where two women were talking, prosecutors said.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
As the officers pulled up, they were directed by people on the scene where Jones was believed to be hiding.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Instead, the Lakers superstar pulled up straight over the top of Bryant’s outstretched arm, dropping a fadeaway jumper softly through the net.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
One afternoon in late summer, Wright pulled up his personal Proxi prototype.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
As people gathered outside Antioch Baptist Church ahead of funeral services, a vehicle pulled up nearby.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026
Shortly after the victim pulled up to the suspect’s vehicle, the suspect shot and killed the victim, police say.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 23 Mar. 2026
Investigators said that as the officer pulled up, the driver tried to leave but was injured.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pulled up
Verb
-
His words were underscored when police in Israel stopped Catholic leaders from celebrating a private Palm Sunday Mass in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, built on the spot where Jesus was thought to have been crucified.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
-
Right away, the Bruins allowed point-blank chances to Zach Werenski and Boone Jenner in the opening minutes that Swayman stopped.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Unlike most toddlers with similar ambitions, however, Caldwell continued his excavation for over two years, until bedrock finally halted his efforts.—
Namir Khaliq,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
-
The program was halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The legislation has stalled amid strong pushback from critics.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
-
Union leaders said negotiations have stalled for months, and are accusing BP of rejecting their proposals on jobs, pay, and safety.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2026
-
Heavily hit, the Dannebroge caught fire and then exploded.—
Lianne Kolirin,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The move, which wasn't on the public agenda, was brought up by Chancellor Ray Rodrigues about 40 minutes into the meeting.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
-
That brought up Pages, who fell behind 1-and-2 but golfed a curveball at the knees into the left field pavilion for his three-run home run.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Those rates apply to bags checked more than 24 hours before departure.—
Lucia I Suarez Sang,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
-
Knueppel, in Fernández’s view, has checked those boxes early.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The man who drew up the game-winning play in the College Football Playoff National Championship game for Indiana almost never went into football at all.—
Bob Pompeani,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
-
After Ike’s dunk got the Zags within 69-68 with 40 seconds left, Miller called timeout and drew up a play that got Heide free in the corner.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Aaron Alex, 26, of Dallas; Bronya Freeman, 24, of Dallas; and Jay Jones, 28, of Lancaster, were arrested March 22 after a five-month investigation, police said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
-
Over the course of two weeks, two Laurel Highlands teachers were arrested after being accused of having inappropriate relationships with students.—
Ricky Sayer,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pulled up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulled%20up. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
