On the pull

phrase

Actively trying to find someone to have a romantic or sexual relationship with.

Ever since his breakup, he's been on the pull every weekend.
Visual representation of "on the pull" - Actively trying to find someone to have a romantic or sexual relationship with

Often appears as...

  • go on the pull
  • be on the pull

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

phrase

Actively trying to find someone to have a romantic or sexual relationship with.

Ever since his breakup, he's been on the pull every weekend.
Visual representation of "on the pull" - Actively trying to find someone to have a romantic or sexual relationship with

Often appears as...

  • go on the pull
  • be on the pull

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "on the pull"
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Colloquial Use

Used in casual conversation, not in formal situations or professional environments.

Illustration for Colloquial Use
They're not seriously dating, he's just on the pull.
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Gender Neutral

Both men and women can use this phrase, it's not specific to one gender.

Illustration for Gender Neutral
She's going out with her friends tonight and they're all on the pull.
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Nightlife Context

Often used when talking about going to bars or clubs to meet potential romantic interests.

Illustration for Nightlife Context
Fancy going out on the pull tonight?
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Colloquial Use

Used in casual conversation, not in formal situations or professional environments.

Illustration for Colloquial Use
They're not seriously dating, he's just on the pull.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Gender Neutral

Both men and women can use this phrase, it's not specific to one gender.

Illustration for Gender Neutral
She's going out with her friends tonight and they're all on the pull.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Nightlife Context

Often used when talking about going to bars or clubs to meet potential romantic interests.

Illustration for Nightlife Context
Fancy going out on the pull tonight?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Colloquial Use

Used in casual conversation, not in formal situations or professional environments.

Illustration for Colloquial Use
They're not seriously dating, he's just on the pull.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Gender Neutral

Both men and women can use this phrase, it's not specific to one gender.

Illustration for Gender Neutral
She's going out with her friends tonight and they're all on the pull.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Nightlife Context

Often used when talking about going to bars or clubs to meet potential romantic interests.

Illustration for Nightlife Context
Fancy going out on the pull tonight?
Visual representation of the word "On the pull"

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