- present participle of pull.
pulling
Example Sentences
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I supported pulling more public defenders onto the bench, and I still think that overall, it has a lot of benefits.
From Slate ● Jul. 24, 2026
As a result, the company is pulling ahead some of its investments for its strategic plan so it can execute it more quickly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
“There was so much laughter. Even on those days we were pulling hair out, we were laughing so loud,” Lacy said of his studio sessions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
Daisy Kelly's business was inspired by a personal problem - for years she'd been pulling out her eyelashes.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
That’s when I realize I’ve been clawing and pulling at my clothes, trying desperately to break free of them and anything else that’s touching my skin.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
