tugging
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That size and athleticism often leaves defenders with no recourse but tugging, grabbing and hanging onto Smith for dear life.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
After tugging his short shot at history left of the hole, Herbert bent over in disappointment before composing himself to tap in.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
It refers to the way a rotating black hole twists the spacetime around it, tugging on nearby matter such as stars and causing their paths to wobble.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 18, 2025
A third of it wants to be a feisty industry satire, but the rest believes there’s prestige value in tugging on the heartstrings.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2025
I feel Lily tugging on my skirt, so I scoop her into my arms for a better view.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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