Yank (Verb)
Meaning
Pull, or move with a sudden movement; "He turned the handle and jerked the door open".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The fishermen had to yank the rope to lift the heavy net out of the water.
- She lost her balance and had to yank herself back onto the surfboard.
- The rider yanked the reins sharply to avoid hitting the obstacle.
- He yanked the plug out of the socket to unplug the appliance.
- The hikers had to yank themselves up the steep mountain trail using their trekking poles.