PULLING OFF Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

pulling off

verb

present participle of pull off

as in fulfilling

to carry through (as a process) to completion the rebel forces pulled off a surprisingly successful offensive against the better equipped government troops

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Recent Examples of pulling off Medium Rare is known for pulling off its massive Super Bowl parties each year that packs multiple events into one city over a couple of days. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 17 July 2026 The nation has recovered a rocket during an orbital launch for the first time ever, pulling off the feat during the Long March 10B's maiden liftoff on Friday (July 10). — Mike Wall, Space.com, 10 July 2026 White agreed, saying Trump helped lead the logistical challenge of pulling off the event. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 Thune got to the Senate 22 years ago by pulling off a historic upset of the then-Democratic leader. — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 24 June 2026 After Mexico suffered a crushing 3-0 defeat to Sweden, their hopes of advancing hinged on South Korea’s team pulling off an unlikely victory over Germany. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026 Season 2 takes some worthy swings that blend broad comedy with surprising emotional depth, all while pulling off some of TV’s most ambitious VFX feats across various sight gags. — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 11 June 2026 Cuba is currently pulling off one of the fastest solar revolutions on the planet, with help from China, according to data from the energy think tank Ember. — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 13 May 2026 Boston is still favored to advance and in Game 3 on the road, but the 76ers will have hope of pulling off the upset of the Eastern Conference favorites. — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pulling off

Verb

Harvesting homegrown vegetables is infinitely fulfilling; that’s when all your hard labor planting and caring for the plants pays off.

— Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
Let the city fund the two-year programs to help transition these workers into new and fulfilling careers.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026

Definition of fulfilling

Verb

The actors also showcased their talent by performing scenes from the show, in tandem with clips projected onto the big panel screens for audiences.

— Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
After performing very well in 2020-21, Leeds’ first season back in the Premier League after an absence of 16 years, Illan Meslier’s signature on a five-year contract was viewed as a long-term solution.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of performing

Verb

Did the thought of legacy weigh on your mind while putting together and executing these shows?

— Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 20 July 2026
Events require real expertise at every level, and the organizations executing best treat talent as a strategic input, drawing on specialized people across strategy, production, content and logistics to build a structure that scales.

— Anthony Donnarumma, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of executing

Verb

Although seawater uranium extraction has been demonstrated in research settings, analysts note that large-scale commercialization will depend on achieving competitive production costs and successfully scaling the technology for industrial use.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026
Stars who chose to hit the books after achieving fame and fortune in their respective industries include Natalie Portman, Yara Shahidi, Brooke Shields and Julia Stiles, who all attended Ivy League universities after making waves in Hollywood.

— Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026

Definition of achieving

Verb

Make Donors The Story’s Heroes Years ago, a development professional taught me to center donor communications around what the donor is accomplishing.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
The primary question is whether this crowded field of new entrants is actually accomplishing anything, or whether its members are simply tripping over one another with deleterious impact.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 28 June 2026

Definition of accomplishing

Verb

If Mamdani calls for the Israeli leader to be taken into custody, Tisch would be tasked with carrying out the arrest.

— Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026
The massacre left at least 70 people dead and factions of the gang were accused of carrying out the attacks.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Definition of carrying out

Verb

The other big news ahead of the game Wednesday was the Fire’s starting lineup, which included Lewandowski, making his Chicago debut after playing for Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich and FC Barcelona.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
If there is a chance to acquire MLB-ready players in the minors, the Royals will take a long look at making a deal.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026