Haul up Meaning in English
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Definition
To pull something or someone upwards, usually with effort; also means to call someone in for a talk, especially to reprimand, or in some contexts, to arrest or stop someone.
Usage & Nuances
'Haul up' is informal. Literally means to pull up, like 'haul up the anchor.' Figuratively, it's used in British/Australian English for being called in for a warning or reprimand ('hauled up before the boss'). In law enforcement, can mean 'arrest.' Less common in American English—use 'pull up' for vehicles, 'call in' or 'reprimand' for people.
Example Sentences
The sailors hauled up the anchor before leaving port.
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The workers hauled up the heavy box with a rope.
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The boss hauled up Tom to his office for being late.
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I got hauled up by the police for speeding last night.
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He was hauled up before the committee to explain his actions.
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I saw them hauling up baskets of fish onto the dock all morning.
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