tug

Example Sentences

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The opening set was a tug of war before Sakkari wrestled the momentum her way, winning the last 11 points to grab a one-set lead in 48 minutes.

From Barron's

Dad stops suddenly, takes my hand, and tugs me in front of him.

From Literature

She found a new pair of slippers, blue this time, and tugged them on.

From Literature

But it is the crisis over Greenland that has really tugged at the fabric of the entire transatlantic alliance between the US and Europe.

From BBC

Quickly, he returned to the flattened camper and tugged on the yellow canvas that stuck out from under the tree.

From Literature