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VocabJLPT N3

to pull

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to pull
2. to draw
3. to string (lines)
4. to pull towards oneself (e.g. someone's sleeve)

This verb means "to pull" or "to drag," and is used when physically drawing something or someone toward you or along with you. It can also be used figuratively, such as pulling someone along in a situation or dragging out a story.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Could you pull that chair forward a little?

Sentence 2

How come I'm the only one who has to drag the luggage around?

Sentence 3

"Who pulled your hair like that?!" she cried.

Sentence 4

"I'll pull — you push!" he called out.

Sentence 5

Hey, don't yank my arm so hard — that hurts!