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"I pull away" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is commonly used to describe physically moving away from something or someone. For example, "As the train left the station, I could feel her hand slipping from mine as I pulled away." It can also be used figuratively to describe emotionally distancing oneself from a situation or person. For instance, "Feeling overwhelmed by her constant demands, I knew I needed to pull away and take a break from our friendship."
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Now I realize I pull away from introverts.
"I pull away and I spend the entire drive with no clue what he's saying.
As I pull away I attempt to save face: "Ooh, Anthony, there goes your reputation".
I pull away from paid pursuits and open myself to the opportunity to delight in my daughter.
I go with how I relate to the character, then I pull away the things I know wouldn't help".
A social contract is renewed, and I pull away feeling better about my fellow humans, which some days, believe me, can take some doing.
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I pulled away.
I pulled away in a boat bound for Prince William Sound.
Dan grew enraged at me; I pulled away from him.
She slid into the passenger seat, and I pulled away from the curb.
As I pulled away, she was still standing alone on the porch in darkness.
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