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Meaning of pull in

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pull in

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To pull something, so that it comes inside.

    Example: After falling out of the boat, the crew pulled him in.

  2. (of a vehicle) To approach or drive up to a place and come to a stop.

    Example: A car just pulled in our driveway.

  3. (of a train or bus) To approach a station; to arrive at a station.

    Example: Quick! The train's pulling in.

  4. To arrest someone; to take somoene to a police station because they may have done something.

    Example: She was pulled in for questioning.