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What Does "Pull Out" Mean?

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"Pull out" is an English idiom. It means "to withdraw or remove something or someone from a specific location, situation, or commitment."

Examples in Sentences

Here are three examples of the idiom "pull out" used in a sentence:
  • Due to safety concerns, they had to pull out the workers from the construction site during the storm.
  • The company decided to pull out of the international market due to regulatory issues.
  • She felt the need to pull out of the project when it became overwhelming.
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What Is an Idiom?

An idiom is a commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its words. In other words, if you were to translate "Pull Out" word for word, there is no guarantee the translation would help you to understand the meaning.

An idiom often includes a cultural or historical context that makes it difficult for non-native English speakers to understand. A phrase is classified as an idiom when a direct translation of the words does not reveal the meaning. Most idioms rely on shared knowledge or experiences known only to a specific community.

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