pull (someone/something) out

Related to word: pull

Phrasal Verb

Definition (location)

  1. When troops or military personnel pull out or are pulled out, they withdraw from a location due to orders.

    • Under the threat of approaching enemy forces, the commander decided to pull the troops out.

    • As the situation worsened, the medical personnel were forced to pull out from the war zone.

    • The government announced it would pull out all international troops to reduce conflict.

Definition (participation)

  1. To cease participation in a particular activity or agreement.

    • He decided to pull out of the project due to his busy work schedule.

    • The company has pulled out of the agreement and is looking for other options.

    • She officially pulled out of the competition and will not participate.