8 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Yank' in a Sentence
"To pull or remove abruptly and vigorously." more
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The chef is yanking the noodles from the boiling water, ready to serve a delicious bowl of ramen.
The emergency exit was locked, so they have yanked it open.
The mischievous puppy will have been yanking at the curtain, creating a playful mess in the living room.
They were yanking the ropes to raise the heavy stage curtain during the theater production.
The protestor was yanking on the banner, demanding attention from the crowd.
The firefighter has been yanking people to safety from the burning building.
As the storm intensified, he was yanking the shutters closed to protect the windows.
With frustration, he yanked the tangled headphones from his pocket.
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