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to pull through
[phrase form: pull]
01
to help someone overcome a challenging or life-threatening situation
Ditransitive: to pull through sb a difficult situation
Examples
The doctors worked tirelessly to pull her through the surgery.
02
to recover from an illness, a serious operation, or other difficult situations
Intransitive
Examples
Despite the odds, the patient pulled through after a complex surgery and is now in stable condition.
03
to bring someone or something into a safe condition
Transitive: to pull through sb
Examples
Spotting the stranded hiker, the helicopter crew pulled him through from the steep cliff edge.
04
to successfully complete a difficult task or project
Intransitive
Examples
Despite the tight deadline, the team pulled through and delivered the project on time.
