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to pull away
[phrase form: pull]
01
to move or back away from someone or something, often suddenly or quickly
Examples
She pulled away when he tried to hug her.
02
to move forward, often in relation to competitors or a previous position
Examples
The leading cyclist started to pull away in the mountain stage.
03
to remove something by pulling or tearing it off
Examples
She accidentally pulled the price tag away while examining the dress.
04
(of a vehicle) to start moving forward or away from a place
Examples
The bus pulled away from the stop quickly.
