as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
the jockey tried to pull up the apparently injured horse
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Recent Examples of pull up
Hg Many compression socks pull up to just the base of the knee.
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Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 12 Dec. 2024
Franks and the cop sneaked around to the back, waiting for Lala to create a distraction — by pulling up to the busted pumps, looking for gas — while Gibbs laid in wait from a sniper position.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
Flowers allegedly pulled up next to the marshal’s vehicle in a silver Toyota Sienna minivan, got out and pointed .40-caliber Smith & Wesson pistol through the driver’s side window, according to a statement by Deputy Marshal Tyler Wells.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
The chase came to an end when deputies performed a PIT maneuver, which is when a law enforcement vehicle pulls up alongside another car and forces it to turn abruptly and come to a stop.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2024
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Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 12 Dec. 2024
Franks and the cop sneaked around to the back, waiting for Lala to create a distraction — by pulling up to the busted pumps, looking for gas — while Gibbs laid in wait from a sniper position.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
Flowers allegedly pulled up next to the marshal’s vehicle in a silver Toyota Sienna minivan, got out and pointed .40-caliber Smith & Wesson pistol through the driver’s side window, according to a statement by Deputy Marshal Tyler Wells.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
The chase came to an end when deputies performed a PIT maneuver, which is when a law enforcement vehicle pulls up alongside another car and forces it to turn abruptly and come to a stop.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull up
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That didn’t stop him from falling in love with the craft after his first glimpse of live magic on a cruise at age 13.Justin Birnbaum, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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Of course, that doesn’t stop Jimmy from seeking out Wally (Kimberly Condict) — a woman who found a neighbor’s dog and decided to keep him — and forcing her to return Bandit to his rightful owner.Ben Travers, IndieWire, 25 Dec. 2024
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The figure falls short of filming in the region when the industry was halted by strikes from actors and writers.Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Dec. 2024
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Mitsubishi Mirage Mitsubishi previously announced plans to halt production for the Mirage, a compact hatchback, for the U.S. market late this year.Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Your contribution will help UNICEF reach children caught in emergencies.Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Well, the guy who caught it is still on the team: Arian Smith, who has also struggled the most with drops.Seth Emerson, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The first drive of the third quarter stalled because of a sack given up by rookie guard Sataoa Laumea and a penalty for an ineligible player downfield.Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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As Google and other sites dominate digital advertising, a recent effort in the California Legislature to force the tech companies to compensate news organizations stalled.James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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For example, Jill might remind a diabetic patient to check their blood sugar based on real-time symptoms, showcasing AI’s potential to manage chronic conditions effectively.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Today’s difficulty The difficulty score is an average rating from our testers, who play the game in advance to check for quality and accuracy.Mark Cooper, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Housing prices will stay high too, as mortgage rates stay elevated compared to 2021 levels.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The focus stays squarely on Sheryl and a woman in the audience named Laura (Nicolette Robinson), who recognizes Rodney (Daniel Zovatto) as the man last seen with her missing best friend.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
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The numbers drawn up by CIS show just how difficult fighting sanctuaries will be for Homan’s team.Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Dec. 2024
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The certification program for 8K televisions was launched in 2019, and now the Association has drawn up minimum specifications for 8K projectors in key areas – including resolution, brightness, contrast, color accuracy, dynamic range, and immersive audio.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 16 Dec. 2024
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Without Shaw, City do not have a physical presence to hold up the ball.Jessy Parker Humphreys, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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The skillet holds up to 12 ounces and can be used on the stovetop, in the oven, on a grill, or even over a campfire.Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Pull up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20up. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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