Sentence examples for pulling open from inspiring English sources

"pulling open" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is typically used to describe the action of physically opening something by pulling on it. Example: Sarah reached out and grabbed the handle of the heavy door, pulling it open with all her strength.

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Made a show of pulling open drawers.

Emily was already pulling open the cupboard doors.

Pulling open the man's jacket, Mr. Muhammad found an explosive belt strapped to his chest.

He was pulling open dresser drawers, repacking bags he'd only recently unpacked.

After pulling open the shower curtain, I turned the knobs in the tub until steam filled the room.

Later, pulling open his sport coat, he said: "I have nothing to protect me from any bullets.

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She pulled open a drawer and took out a letter opener.

Flynn pulled open a door.

Turn knob and pull open door.

Harriett pulled open some of the packages.

And" — she pulled open a curtain — "the view is incredible".

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