pull on
phrasal verb
pulled on; pulling on; pulls on
1
: to hold onto and move (something) toward oneself
She pulled on the rope with all her might.
2
: to hold onto and pull (something) repeatedly
When she gets nervous, she pulls on her ear.
3
: to breathe in the smoke from (a cigarette, pipe, etc.)
He rocked back and forth, pulling on his pipe.
4
: to dress oneself in (clothing)
She quickly pulled on her boots.
He pulled a sweater on.
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The training, reinstated as of Monday, was pulled on Jan. 23, Air Force Air Education and Training Command commander Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson confirmed to USA TODAY.
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 27 Jan. 2025
Some pulled on cardigans, while others wore red blazers.
—Sheila Heti, The New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2025
Those outlooks have significantly pulled on currency markets in recent months, with inflationary risks from Trump’s tariff proposals expected to lead to fewer Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in 2025.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2025
Reebok After-Class Joggers For a little relief from clingy athletic wear, pull on a pair of these joggers and enjoy the freedom of lounging.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 27 Jan. 2025
Some pulled on cardigans, while others wore red blazers.
—Sheila Heti, The New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2025
Those outlooks have significantly pulled on currency markets in recent months, with inflationary risks from Trump’s tariff proposals expected to lead to fewer Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in 2025.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2025
Reebok After-Class Joggers For a little relief from clingy athletic wear, pull on a pair of these joggers and enjoy the freedom of lounging.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
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“Pull on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pull%20on. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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