firm tug

Frequency: 6.27.5 per million words

a steady and strong pull

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Examples (10)

  • The child gave a firm tug on his mother's hand to get her attention.
  • With a firm tug, he managed to open the stuck drawer.
  • She felt a firm tug on the fishing line, indicating a bite.
  • A firm tug was all it took to release the knot.
  • He applied a firm tug to the rope, securing the boat to the dock.
  • The dog gave a firm tug on its leash, eager to go for a walk.
  • After a firm tug, the resistant zipper finally moved.
  • She used a firm tug to adjust the curtain and let in more light.
  • The mechanic gave the component a firm tug to test its stability.
  • A firm tug from the current pulled the swimmer slightly downstream.