pull at (Meaning)

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pull at (v)

pluck or pull at with the fingers

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The fabric was loose, so she had to carefully pull at the thread to tighten the seam.
He couldn't resist the urge to pull at the loose thread hanging from his sweater.
The child couldn't help but pull at the dog's tail, much to the animal's discomfort.
As the boat approached the dock, the crew members began to pull at the ropes to secure it in place.
She felt a twinge in her muscles as she tried to pull at the heavy door.
The dancer's graceful movements seemed to pull at the heartstrings of everyone in the audience.
He couldn't shake off the feeling of anxiety that seemed to pull at his thoughts.
The magnet seemed to pull at the metal objects scattered across the table.
The mystery of the old house seemed to pull at her curiosity, urging her to explore its hidden secrets.
The memories of her childhood would always pull at her heart, reminding her of simpler times.

pluck or pull at with the fingers

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The fabric was loose, so she had to carefully pull at the thread to tighten the seam.

He couldn't resist the urge to pull at the loose thread hanging from his sweater.

The child couldn't help but pull at the dog's tail, much to the animal's discomfort.

As the boat approached the dock, the crew members began to pull at the ropes to secure it in place.