pull up
To fetch for display on a screen.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Please pull up the document on your screen.”
“The manager asked me to pull up the sales report so we could discuss the recent drop in numbers.”
“After the client questioned the specific terms of the contract, the lawyer quickly pulled up the original digital file to clarify the exact wording.”
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gravity's pull
Stress or pressure of a situation acting upon a person.
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pull a face
To make an abnormal facial expression, either intentionally or because of an emotion.
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pull a fast one
To carry out a trick or act of deception; to behave contrary to expectations.
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pull a lever
To vote.
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pull a rabbit out of a hat
To do something surprising and beneficial that is unexpected.
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pull ahead
To move into a winning position (e.g. in a race or competition).
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pull an all-nighter
To stay awake throughout the night, usually when working or studying.
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pull away
To move ahead.
Last updated August 10, 2026