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
The only solution is to harvest the last of your cucumber crop, pull up your old plants, and start planning for spring.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
The Brazilian was well marshalled by Renan Lodi in the 1-1 draw with Al-Hilal and did not pull up any trees against Pachuca either.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 June 2025
Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder have now pulled up a chair and been seated at the table.
—Shane Young, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Bubble tea lovers need to pull up to the Moon Garden in the Bywater neighborhood.
—Essence, 23 June 2025
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
The Brazilian was well marshalled by Renan Lodi in the 1-1 draw with Al-Hilal and did not pull up any trees against Pachuca either.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 June 2025
Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder have now pulled up a chair and been seated at the table.
—Shane Young, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Bubble tea lovers need to pull up to the Moon Garden in the Bywater neighborhood.
—Essence, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull up
Verb
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The toddler stopped crying about 15 minutes after she had been put down for a nap.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Consumers should stop using the covers immediately and dispose of them.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Due to the storm damage, the city of Plainfield said that its city pools and parks are closed on Tuesday for inspection and safety assessment, while services at the Plainfield Senior Center are halted.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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In an unsigned order on Monday, the top court temporarily lifted a lower court ruling from May that indefinitely paused the layoffs and reinstated those who were let go, while also halting President Donald Trump’s Executive Order from March which called for the department to be closed down.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
15 July 2025
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The outsoles are made with reliable rubber treads to provide vital traction on slick city streets and beyond, and the sleek leather exteriors will remain in pristine shape even if you get caught in an unexpected rainstorm.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
10 July 2025
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The goal of catching medical issues early is part of the clinic’s founding ethos.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
10 July 2025
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In Sutton, Texas, flooding caused cars to stall on Interstate 10 and water was approaching some homes, according to the National Weather Service.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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The Brook Mine, stalled in part by landowners worried about groundwater depletion, has been in the works for over a decade.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
11 July 2025
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However, these components aren't always thoroughly checked, creating significant business risks.—
Paresh Sagar,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Part of the process of being approved meant the animal shelter checking with your veterinarian as a reference.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Verb
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All residents were advised to stay indoors as much as possible.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 July 2025
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During any outdoor adventure, staying connected can provide you with an extra sense of security.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
Verb
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The next step involves coordinating with financial and tax advisors to estimate taxable income in the approaching retirement years, and draw up a target marginal income tax rate to help spread income, Carbone said.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
3 July 2025
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Quintero’s face sits atop organizational charts drawn up by task forces of federal agents, sheriff’s deputies and local police who have long suspected — but could never prove — that he was engaged in extortion, gambling and other crimes, according to law enforcement documents reviewed by The Times.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
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Steaks like ribeye, prime New York strip, and chuck roast hold up well because the fat helps retain moisture during the freezing process.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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Not all of them hold up, but the ones that do benefit from sharp writing, laugh-out-loud comedy, and an entertainment value that transcends ideology.—
Chris DeVille,
The Atlantic,
6 July 2025
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“Pull up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20up. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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