slight tug
Frequency: 6.06.9 per million words
a barely noticeable pull
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Examples (10)
- A slight tug on the fishing line indicated a bite.
- She felt a slight tug at her sleeve, a silent request for attention.
- He gave the rope a slight tug to check if it was secure.
- There was a slight tug at his heartstrings as he said goodbye.
- With a slight tug, the child managed to open the sticky drawer.
- The dog gave a slight tug on its leash, eager to continue the walk.
- A slight tug on the curtain string was enough to close them.
- He noticed a slight tug on the car door, suggesting someone had tried to open it.
- The artist made a slight tug on the canvas to adjust its position.
- Even a slight tug could unravel the delicate knot.