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pull in

idiom
Meaning

To approach or drive up to a place and come to a stop; to park by driving frontways into a parking spot.


Examples
SIMPLE

Please pull in here so I can get out.

CONTEXTUAL

The driver decided to pull in at the gas station to check the tires.

COMPLEX

As the heavy rain began to fall, he managed to pull in safely to the narrow space beside the old stone building.

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    Stress or pressure of a situation acting upon a person.

  2. 02

    pull a face

    To make an abnormal facial expression, either intentionally or because of an emotion.

  3. 03

    pull a fast one

    To carry out a trick or act of deception; to behave contrary to expectations.

  4. 04

    pull a lever

    To vote.

  5. 05

    pull a rabbit out of a hat

    To do something surprising and beneficial that is unexpected.

  6. 06

    pull ahead

    To move into a winning position (e.g. in a race or competition).

  7. 07

    pull an all-nighter

    To stay awake throughout the night, usually when working or studying.

  8. 08

    pull away

    To move ahead.

Last updated April 17, 2026