He pulled out to overtake the slow-moving truck.
He pulled out to overtake the slow-moving truck.
English
pull out
pʊl aʊt
Meaning: to move a vehicle onto a road or into a faster lane; to withdraw or leave
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | pull out |
| 3rd person singular present | pulls out |
| Present participle | pulling out |
| Past | pulled out |
| Will future | will pull out |
| Going-to future | going to pull out |
| Imperative negative | don't pull out / do not pull out |
Example sentences
The driver pulled out into traffic without signaling.
The driver pulled out into traffic without signaling.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for vehicles entering traffic. It can also mean to withdraw from a deal, competition, or military position.
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