pull up

"Pull up" is a versatile phrase used in various contexts, including physical movement, exercise, technology, and informal speech.

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Definition

A2General

(common)To bring a vehicle to a stop.

Example

  • He pulled up to the curb and parked the car.

B1Exercise

(fitness)A physical exercise where one hangs from a bar and lifts their body until the chin is level with the bar.

Example

  • She can do ten pull-ups in a row.

B2Technology

(computing)To retrieve and display information on a screen.

Example

  • Can you pull up the latest sales report on your laptop?

B1Informal

(slang)To arrive or show up at a location.

Example

  • He told me to pull up to the party around 8 PM.

B1General

(common)To lift or draw something upwards.

Example

  • She pulled up the blinds to let in some light.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pull up":

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