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  1. 1. p. pr. & vb. n. of Pull Source: opted
  2. 2. n. the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you Source: wordnet
  3. 3. j:43/n:57 n the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you v cause to move by pulling v direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes v move into a certain direction v apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion v perform an act, usually with a negative connotation v bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover v steer into a certain direction v strain abnormally v cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense v operate when rowing a boat v rein in to keep from winning a race v tear or be torn violently v hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing v strip of feathers v remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense v take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for v take away Source: ecdict

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