slight pull
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a small and light act of pulling
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Examples (10)
- He gave the rope a slight pull to test its strength.
- She felt a slight pull on her sleeve, and turned to see a child.
- The door opened with a slight pull.
- There was a slight pull in his muscles after the workout.
- A slight pull on the reins guided the horse.
- He applied a slight pull to the lever, and the machine started.
- The gentle breeze created a slight pull on the flag.
- She felt a slight pull in her back, so she decided to rest.
- The surgeon made a slight pull on the tissue.
- A slight pull on the string made the ornament swing.