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to pull off
[phrase form: pull]
01
to successfully achieve or accomplish something
Transitive: to pull off a task or achievement
Examples
Despite the challenges, they managed to pull off the event.
02
to remove something, such as clothing or a covering, by pulling it away
Transitive: to pull off clothing or a covering
Examples
It was hot outside, so he pulled his jacket off.
03
to remove something sharply
Transitive: to pull off sth
Examples
He tried to save the paper, but it got stuck and he had to pull off the piece that was trapped.
04
to cause someone or something to retreat from a situation or position
Transitive: to pull off sb
Examples
The coach decided to pull off the star player after he sustained an injury.
05
to move a vehicle to the side or off the main road, often into a designated area
Intransitive
Examples
Seeing the emergency lights behind him, he pulled off immediately.
06
to successfully wear or present something, such as an outfit or a style
Transitive: to pull off an outfit or a style
Examples
She really pulled off that vintage dress at the party.
