Pulling: meaning, definitions and examples

Use 'pulling' when referring to the action of drawing or dragging something towards oneself.

• He was pulling the rope to lift the bucket from the well.
• She was pulling the heavy suitcase across the floor.

Use 'attraction' to describe a force that draws objects or people towards each other, often used in a broader sense like physical, emotional, or social appeal.

• The amusement park has many attractions.
• There was a strong attraction between the two characters in the movie.

Use 'magnetism' when referring to the physical phenomenon produced by the motion of electric charge, resulting in attractive and repulsive forces between objects. It can also describe a person's compelling attractiveness or charm.

• The scientist explained the basics of magnetism to the students.
• Her magnetism made her the center of attention at the event.

Use 'charm' to refer to the quality of being pleasant or attractive, often used to describe a person's qualities.

• Her charm won everyone over at the party.
• He used his charm to negotiate the deal.