Phrasal Verb - P ulling On
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.Definition
Pull on someone or something means to attract or draw their attention in a way that is firm but not unpleasant. It is often used to get someone's attention, to initiate a conversation, or to show interest in something. This phrasal verb is commonly used in both formal and informal settings.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | She was pulling on his arm to get his attention. |
| 2 | The teacher pulled on the pupil's sleeve to get him to come over. |
| 3 | He pulled on her hand to stop her from running. |
| 4 | The kids were pulling on the dog's ears. |
| 5 | She pulled on his coat to get him to come back inside. |
| 6 | The advertisement was trying to pull on the attention of young adults. |
| 7 | He pulled on her shirt to get her to focus. |
| 8 | The doctor pulled on the patient's wrist to examine it. |
| 9 | The picture was trying to pull on the emotions of the viewer. |
| 10 | He pulled on the rope to get the attention of the lifeguard. |