Pull over

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phrasal verb

To move a vehicle to the side of the road and stop.

If you are tired while driving, pull over and take a rest.
Visual representation of "pull over" - To move a vehicle to the side of the road and stop

Often appears as...

  • pull over and stop
  • pull over to the side

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "pull over"
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Driver's action

Indicates a voluntary action by the driver, not always due to an emergency.

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I'll pull over at the next rest stop.
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Safety Measure

Use it to suggest stopping the car for safety, like avoiding distractions.

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Pull over before checking your phone.
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Non-urgent Stops

Implies stopping for non-urgent reasons such as enjoying a view.

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Can we pull over here and take photos?
Visual representation of the word "Pull over"

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