pull sth taut

Frequency: 6.99.2 per million words

To pull something so it becomes tightly stretched.

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Examples (10)

  • He pulled the rope taut to secure the tent.
  • She pulled the fabric taut before cutting it.
  • Make sure to pull the string taut so the knot holds.
  • The sailor pulled the line taut against the wind.
  • You need to pull the skin taut when shaving.
  • They pulled the canvas taut over the frame.
  • He gently pulled the fishing line taut to feel for a bite.
  • I pulled the measuring tape taut to get an accurate reading.
  • She pulled the wire taut between the two posts.
  • The archer pulled the bowstring taut, aiming at the target.