pull out (of something)

pull out (of something)
pull out (of something)
1. to withdraw from something. •

For some reason, he pulled out of the coalition and went his own way.

The other side got impatient with the negotiations and pulled out.

2. to drive out of something, such as a driveway, parking space, garage, etc. •

The car pulled out of the driveway and nearly hit a truck.

Look out! A car is about to pull out!


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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