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Pull the string vs Pull the rope

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Pull the string' is commonly used when referring to pulling a small, thin piece of material, like a cord or thread. On the other hand, 'pull the rope' is used when referring to pulling a thicker and stronger piece of material, like a rope. The choice between the two depends on the specific object being pulled.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 855 views

Pull the string

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to pulling a small, thin piece of material like a cord or thread.

This phrase is used when referring to pulling a small, thin piece of material like a cord or thread. It is commonly used in contexts where precision or delicacy is required.

Examples:

Can you please pull the string to open the blinds?
He pulled the string to start the lawnmower.

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There it comes, pull the string.
Here, pull the string for the big surprise.
Try to pull the string more lightly.
Pull the string before I hit the ground.
You pull the string and then there lasagne?
Wait... what do you guys say to each other right before you pull the string?
Soon as Pigsquatch gets a whiff of it, I'm going to pull the string, lure him to me, and then knock him out with a baseball bat.
It'll cost $12.95. When you pull the string, it says:
Cup Udon... Cup Soba... If you pull the string it's really hot.
Wait... what do you guys say to each other right before you pull the string?
WE PULL THE STRING ON THIS THING TOO QUICKLY, WE'VE GOT NOTHING AND WE'RE BOTH ANSWERING TO VINCENT.

Alternatives:

tug the string
yank the string
draw the string
retrieve the string
haul the string

Pull the rope

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to pulling a thicker and stronger piece of material like a rope.

This phrase is used when referring to pulling a thicker and stronger piece of material like a rope. It is commonly used in contexts where more force or strength is needed.

Examples:

They had to pull the rope to lift the heavy object.
She pulled the rope to ring the bell.

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Now, when you pull the rope, don't look at the balloons.
Pull the rope again, and I will assist.
Now, pull the rope up after me.
Pull the rope now, Pull it harder, You and Brother Bellringer ring the bell!

Alternatives:

tug the rope
yank the rope
draw the rope
retrieve the rope
haul the rope

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