haul in
The phrase 'haul in' often implies pulling something towards oneself with effort, whether it be a physical object, a person, or in nautical terms, a vessel.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To pull or drag something towards oneself, usually with significant effort.
Example
- The fishermen hauled in their nets full of fish.
C1Legal
(formal)To bring someone to a place, especially for questioning or arrest.
Example
- The suspect was hauled in for questioning.
C1Nautical
(technical)To approach or come closer to a specific point, such as a ship or shore.
Example
- The sailors hauled in the sails to navigate through the narrow channel.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "haul in":
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