Pull away

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verb

To move away from something or someone, often while still facing them.

John started to pull away from the crowd to get some air.
Visual representation of "pull away" - To move away from something or someone, often while still facing them.

Often appears as...

  • the car started to pull away
  • pull away from the curb
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Visual representation of "pull away"
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Physical Movement

Often implies gradually moving away without abruptness.

Illustration for Physical Movement
The boat slowly started to pull away from the harbor.
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Maintaining Direction

Generally used when someone is moving backwards or forwards without turning away.

Illustration for Maintaining Direction
She continued to pull away from the starting line, eyes fixed on the road ahead.
Visual representation of the word "Pull away"

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