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to pull away
[phrase form: pull]
01
to move or back away from someone or something, often suddenly or quickly
Example
As their argument intensified, he tried to console her, but she pulled away.
She pulled away when he tried to hug her.
02
to move forward, often in relation to competitors or a previous position
Example
With consistent training and dedication, the young athlete started to pull away from her peers in terms of skill.
After halftime, the home team began to pull away, increasing their lead significantly.
As the marathon neared its end, one runner began to pull away from the pack.
03
to remove something by pulling or tearing it off
Example
As he unwrapped the gift, he quickly pulled away the ribbons and bows.
When the tape got stuck, she had to carefully pull away the residue.
04
(of a vehicle) to start moving forward or away from a place
Example
The bus pulled away from the stop quickly.
Yesterday, the train pulled away right on time.
The car is pulling away slowly because of the traffic.
Example
As their argument intensified, he tried to console her, but she pulled away.
She pulled away when he tried to hug her.
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