to leave or withdraw from an activity or agreement
The company decided to pull out of the deal at the last minute.
pull out — 2 meanings
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to drive onto a road from another place
Always check your mirrors before you pull out onto a busy street.
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1. to leave or withdraw from an activity or agreement
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to decide not to take part in something anymore, or to stop being involved in an activity, event, or agreement.
The company decided to pull out of the deal at the last minute.
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to move your car from the side of the road or another place onto the main road and start driving.
Always check your mirrors before you pull out onto a busy street.
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