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as in to hold out
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Recent Examples of pull through
They were positioned to qualify right until the end when a momentary checkup in their line allowed Jimmie Johnson to pull through, snatching the spot from them.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The Cybertruck pulled through the valet at the Trump hotel, then spent the next hour driving at several different locations along Las Vegas Boulevard.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2025
When power for the streetlight comes from underground, a single cable is pulled through the existing conduit, explained Prosserman.
—Ed Garsten, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
As the wine pulls through the spout, the wine opens up and slightly oxidizes.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The Cybertruck pulled through the valet at the Trump hotel, then spent the next hour driving at several different locations along Las Vegas Boulevard.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2025
When power for the streetlight comes from underground, a single cable is pulled through the existing conduit, explained Prosserman.
—Ed Garsten, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
As the wine pulls through the spout, the wine opens up and slightly oxidizes.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for pull through
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull through
Verb
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Higgins nearly held out of the 2024 season but chose to instead play on his $21 million franchise tag.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Shiri and her sons have therefore never been assessed by Israeli officials to be deceased, and many have held out hope they will be reunited with Yaren Bibas, husband to Shiri and father to the two boys, who was separated from his family following their abduction on Oct. 7, 2023.—
Caitlin McFall,
Fox News,
24 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Fogelman’s firm decision to cap the series at three seasons means Brown will remain available if other intriguing projects come around, including a blockbuster franchise.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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The real kicker came around the seven-minute mark when Keke was granted the option to choose her own question for her opponents.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
22 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Two curtains hung on each window in this design creates crisp lines, making the room look grand.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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Many factors have contributed to the housing shortage, including more than a decade of below-average new home construction and homeowners hanging on to their properties longer.—
ALEX VEIGA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
25 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In the loss to Prior Lake, Shakopee trailed 36-15 at the break and couldn’t recover.—
Tom Schardin,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Some of the money has been recovered and donated to the charities that Fashion for Relief had supported.—
Samantha Conti,
WWD,
6 Feb. 2025
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Trump pleaded not guilty in 2023 to 40 criminal counts -- including violations of nine separate federal laws -- for allegedly holding on to classified documents after leaving the White House in 2021 and thwarting investigators' efforts to retrieve the documents from his Mar-a-Lago estate.—
Katherine Faulders,
ABC News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Another hearing will also be held on Wednesday in front of the Health, Education, Labor and Pension Committee.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Now more than ever, home builders recognize the importance of constructing homes that can withstand the fiercest forces of nature.—
Cece Lesesne,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2025
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All animal buildings, barns, and night houses are equipped with heaters and designed to withstand extreme weather conditions.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In any case, the club had strengthened from a position of strength, sending out a message to a refreshed dressing room and beyond, and momentum continued to power them.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Legislative Democrats continue to criticize Lee's proposal for its lack of accountability measures, among other aspects.—
Vivian Jones,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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But if his life has taken a wild detour from that point, his future business success isn’t the only reason the evening sticks out in his mind.—
Charlie Campbell,
TIME,
28 Jan. 2025
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On the plus side, making bags is just as easy as with the Nesco and by contrast, Anova’s is much more attractive in a glossy black finish that won’t stick out as much among your more modern appliances.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appétit,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Pull through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pull%20through. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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