Meaning & use
Tugging
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Pulling something with a sudden or forceful motion, often repeatedly.
See it in a sentence
The dog kept tugging on its leash, eager to reach the park.
A small child was tugging at her mother's sleeve, asking for attention.
A note on using this word
Figuratively, something can be described as "tugging at your heartstrings," meaning it provokes a strong emotional response.
Words with a similar meaning
pullingyanking
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Words with an opposite meaning
pushing
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