pull up stakes
To prepare to move one's (usually temporary) habitation, especially rapidly.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“We decided to pull up stakes and move to a new city.”
“After living in the same apartment for ten years, they finally decided to pull up stakes and move to the countryside.”
“The nomadic tribe prepared to pull up stakes as the season changed, seeking more fertile land for their livestock.”
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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