Tugging

Pronunciation: /ˈtʌɡɪŋ/

Tugging (verb)

  1. Pulling something with a quick or strong movement.

Examples

  • They are tugging on the rope to pull the boat closer.
  • She is tugging on the rope to pull it closer.

Common collocations: tugging at a string, tugging on a leash, tugging gently

Synonyms of Tugging

Neutral

Antonyms of Tugging

  • to let go of something being held or pulled
  • to apply force away from oneself