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Pull at

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Physical Action

Use 'pull at' when describing an action involving a light or continued tug, not a single strong pull.

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The puppy couldn't wait to play and started to pull at its owner's shoelaces.
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Minor Adjustment

'Pull at' suggests making a small adjustment to something, rather than a large change.

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She pulled at her skirt to straighten it before the interview.
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