1
as in to move
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 to withdraw
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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as in withdrawal
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
the civil unrest has led the company to initiate a pullout of its operations in the region
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Recent Examples of pull out
Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 28 May 2026
In some ways, seeing artists pull out of the Freedom 250 series — or at least think about it, in Williams’ case — recalls what happened this spring with the multi-artist Rock This Country tour.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 28 May 2026
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2026
Article’s Nordby took the top spot in our list of the finest sofa beds for its attractive price point and easily convertible frame that folds out into a full-size pullout bed.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Morris Day & and The Time pulled out, while Young MC cited concerns that the festival will be politically charged.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 28 May 2026
In some ways, seeing artists pull out of the Freedom 250 series — or at least think about it, in Williams’ case — recalls what happened this spring with the multi-artist Rock This Country tour.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 28 May 2026
Noun
Work on the projects continues amid a high level of scrutiny following Netflix’s recent pullout as an investor in Markle’s lifestyle brand As Ever and the streamer’s docuseries used as a launchpad for the brand, With Love, Meghan, not going beyond its initial two-season order.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2026
Article’s Nordby took the top spot in our list of the finest sofa beds for its attractive price point and easily convertible frame that folds out into a full-size pullout bed.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull out
Verb
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Make sure the belt doesn't move, push your knees out into the belt, and hold.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
29 May 2026
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Nippon Dynawave was cited for moving equipment involved before it could be inspected, but not for the incident itself, the news outlet reported.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Hulst and Toomey decided to withdraw from the mile at the State meet.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Generally, the pre-tax money that’s deposited in traditional IRAs cannot be withdrawn before age 59½ without paying a 10% early-withdrawal tax penalty, unless an exception is met.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Since contributions are made with after-tax dollars, investments in a Roth IRA can grow tax-free, and qualified withdrawals in retirement are also tax-free.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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Trump made no mention of a withdrawal in his statements Friday.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Starter Bryce Elder exited after 3 1/3 innings, charged with six runs, five of them earned, on nine hits, one walk and with just one strikeout.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
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Blessing appears to want to exit the vehicle but is unable to fully open his door as it is pinned by the table.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Instead of retreating from global trade, many small and mid-sized companies are leaning in and even accelerating global expansion.—
Greg Hewitt,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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While India’s media landscape has largely retreated in the face of the Hindu right’s fascism, Kandasamy is one of the few consistently at the barricades.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The train, which departs every Wednesday, is limited to 22 passengers and everyone is guaranteed a window seat.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Karren Brady, who departed in April after 16 years as vice-chair, had previously assisted with interviewing candidates.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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By the time the survivors reached the Great Plains, the Acme and Itala had fallen back, but the Shawmut and two Fords continued to trade leads.—
Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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Lee also had a solid showing at last week’s CIF Southern Section Individual Final, quickly getting to 2 under and staying near the top of the leaderboard before falling back to even par to finish in a tie for 26th place.—
Matt Wagner,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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Serna, however, would make one more attempt to get past Hulst.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Just the way his approach is getting better and better every day.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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“Pull out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20out. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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