PULL OFF Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

pull off

verb

Definition of pull off

as in to fulfill

to carry through (as a process) to completion the rebel forces pulled off a surprisingly successful offensive against the better equipped government troops

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Recent Examples of pull off Arsenal are well aware this does not guarantee a successful outcome — a deal of this size and ambition will be difficult to pull off. — James McNicholas, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 One of them — Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost — became the first private spacecraft to pull off a fully successful lunar touchdown. — Marcia Dunn, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026 What Florida State pulled off in the month of July on the recruiting trail is the college football equivalent of that gif of The Undertaker sitting up in his casket. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Thitikul had her best chance to win a major at the Evian a year ago when Grace Kim pulled off a stunning playoff victory. — ABC News, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pull off

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pull off

Verb

But this roadside stop actually specializes in Korean cuisine, which fulfilled owners Starrlite and David DeCook’s desire to bring more diversity to the area.

— Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
Graham is serving in an interim role to fulfill her brother's current term.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of fulfill

Verb

For many participants, Saturday marks their first opportunity to perform in front of a large audience alongside nationally touring artists.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Data from the Learning Policy Institute shows students who perform poorly in math in middle school rarely suddenly improve in high school, since foundational understanding of mathematics is built in lower level middle school courses.

— Samuel O’Neal July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026

Definition of perform

Verb

Alternatively, take in views of a different sort on the islands of Møn and Nyord, both of which have achieved Dark Sky Park designation; at nighttime, their unpolluted skies light up with stars.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Great leaders provide clear expectations and accountability while giving employees the freedom to determine how best to achieve those goals.

— Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of achieve

Verb

Occhicone and Duckett were put to death by lethal injection at Florida State Prison, bringing the number of inmates executed this year to 12.

— Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
On Wednesday, the FBI executed a search at Dane Fine Art, a gallery based in Ardmore, Pennsylvania.

— Harrison Jacobs for ARTNews, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

Definition of execute

Verb

There’s not a whole lot that can be done to harden them against bombs and drones.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
The famed highway—which turns 100 this year—passes through bustling cities, natural landmarks, and quirky roadside attractions, so there’s plenty of things to see (and do) along the way.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of do

Verb

Meanwhile, Israel carried out heavy strikes on the Gaza Strip after the Palestinian militant group Hamas agreed to disarm.

— Samy Magdy, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026
In New Jersey, Uber lobbyists have circulated legislation that would require human drivers to carry out 85% of all rideshare work on all platforms offering robotaxi services over the next three years.

— Paxton Honerkamp, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of carry out

Verb

Purchases allegedly made by Burke under aliases also included cadaver bags, heavy-duty laundry bags, chain saws, a shovel and a fireproof mat, Byers testified.

— Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026
At least eight more games will be added to Sunderland’s calendar when UEFA’s draw is made in Nyon on August 28.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 July 2026