pull off

Example Sentences

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His deal with SpaceX will likely be much tricker to pull off: It depends on the “establishment of a permanent human colony on Mars with at least 1 million inhabitants.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

“I think the pressure will be on Mexico because they’re the hosts. That gives us a real opportunity to pull off an upset.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

To pull off a similar miracle turnaround with the Knicks, Dolan has had to resort to a drastic measure: ceding control.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

London City are attempting to pull off the biggest transfer in WSL history as they chase the two-time Ballon d'Or winner.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

I take off my shoes and pull off my hat, and I walk all the way back home because for once I’ve worn myself out.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven