Meaning of the word "pull in" in English

What does "pull in" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pull in

US /pʊl ɪn/

UK /pʊl ɪn/

If a train or other form of transport pulls in, it arrives at a station or stop.

Example:

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The train pulled in at the station right on time.

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We watched as the bus slowly pulled in to the curb.

Synonym:

arrive come in draw in roll in stop

to attract or bring in money or business

Example:

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The new marketing campaign is expected to pull in a lot of new customers.

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The charity event managed to pull in over $10,000 for a good cause.

Synonym:

attract draw in generate garner collect

to move to the side of the road or to a particular place and stop a vehicle

Example:

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The police officer signaled for the car to pull in.

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He had to pull in to let the ambulance pass.

Synonym:

stop park pull over draw up