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Reference : Phrasal Verbs : P : pull off

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pull off

Meaning: to succeed in doing something difficult

Synonym: bring off

For example:

  • pull off sth James has just pulled off one of the biggest deals of his career.

  • pull sth off Nobody thought Lleyton could win the match, but he pulled it off with pure determination.

Quick Quiz:

Carlos was a brilliant jewellery thief. He pulled off some of the world's most amazing
  1. robberies
  2. necklaces
  3. detectives