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How to Pronounce "pull away"

expression

ˈpʊɫ/ /əˈweɪ
PULL-uh-WAY
pˈʊl/ /ɐwˈeɪ
PUL-uh-WAY

Definition

To move away from someone or something, often by vehicle or suddenly increasing distance. It can also mean to separate yourself emotionally or win by a larger margin.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈpʊɫ/ /əˈweɪ

British English

pˈʊl/ /ɐwˈeɪ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

PULL-uh-WAY

UK

PUL-uh-WAY

Listen in Context

The bus pulled away from the stop.

Please do not pull away suddenly when driving.

He tried to pull away from his father’s hug.

After the green light, all the cars pulled away at once.