pull

/pʊl/verb
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.

2

To gather with the hand, or by drawing toward oneself; to pluck or pick (flowers, fruit, etc.).

3

To attract or net; to pull in.

4

To persuade (someone) to have sex with one.

5

To interest (someone) in dating or pursuing one (whether or not this has led to sex).

6

To remove or withdraw (something), especially from public circulation or availability.

7

To retrieve or look up for use.

8

To obtain (a permit) from a regulatory authority.

9

To do or perform, especially something seen as negative by the speaker.

10

To copy or emulate the actions or behaviour associated with the person or thing mentioned (with a and the name of a person, place, event, etc.).

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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