100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "tug"

Definition

Tug (verb): To pull something with a sharp or sudden movement; to exert force on an object in order to move it towards oneself or to move it in a specified direction.

Synonyms

• Pull
• Drag
• Haul
• YANK
• Draw
• Wrench
• Heave
• Jerk

Antonyms

• Push
• Repel
• Release
• Let go
• Abandon
• Disengage

Examples

1. She gave the door a tug to see if it was locked.
2. The child tried to tug his mother’s shirt to get her attention.
3. He had to tug the heavy suitcase up the stairs.
4. The dog loves to tug on its rope toy during playtime.
5. She felt a tug at her heartstrings when she saw the puppy.
6. The fisherman had to tug hard to reel in the big catch.
7. He gave a gentle tug on the reins to slow the horse down.
8. With one swift tug, the blanket fell off the bed.
9. The kids were tugging at the kite string, eager to fly it.
10. She gave the light switch a tug, but nothing happened.
11. The athlete felt a tug in his leg as he sprinted.
12. He decided to tug at the stubborn weeds in the garden.
13. The cat began to tug at the string of the toy mouse.
14. I had to tug the drawer to get it open.
15. The sudden tug on the line indicated a fish was biting.
16. She felt a tug of nostalgia when she saw her old school.
17. The toddler was tugging at his father’s hand, wanting to go outside.
18. He made a tug at his jacket as the wind picked up.
19. The team began to tug on the rope during the tug-of-war.
20. She gave a tug to her hair to fix her ponytail.
21. The boat began to tug at the dock as the tide changed.
22. He felt a tug in his chest as he watched the emotional scene.
23. The child would tug on the sleeves of her dress when nervous.
24. She had to tug the heavy curtain to close it.
25. The rabbit was tugging on the carrot buried in the ground.
26. He made a strong tug to free the stuck lid from the jar.
27. The wind gave a sudden tug on her scarf, almost pulling it away.
28. She felt a gentle tug of affection as she watched her friend.
29. The climber had to tug on the rope to signal for help.
30. The child was tugging at his backpack, eager to go home.
31. He gave a firm tug to secure the knot.
32. The backpack felt heavy as he had to tug it up the hill.
33. The horse responded to a light tug on the reins.
34. She couldn't help but tug at the loose thread on her sweater.
35. The puppy was tugging on the leash, wanting to explore.
36. He felt a tug of disappointment when she canceled their plans.
37. She had to tug the stubborn zipper to get it moving.
38. The child started to tug on the string of balloons.
39. He felt a sudden tug at his pocket and realized he lost his wallet.
40. The wind made him tug at his hat to keep it from blowing away.
41. The girl was tugging at her brother's arm, wanting him to play.
42. He felt a tug of excitement as the concert began.
43. She gave the rope a sharp tug to test its strength.
44. The car had to tug the trailer up the steep hill.
45. He would always tug at his collar when he felt uncomfortable.
46. She felt a tug of anger when she heard the unfair comment.
47. The old man gave a tug to his beard as he thought.
48. The climber had to tug at the equipment to get it loose.
49. The children were tugging at the old tree trunk, trying to move it.
50. A sudden tug on his sleeve made him turn around.
51. The team was determined to tug their way to victory.
52. She felt a tug of guilt after saying something hurtful.
53. The worker had to tug at the stubborn door to get it open.
54. The kite started to tug at the string as the wind picked up.
55. He felt a tug in his stomach when he saw the news.
56. She gave a tug on the curtain to block out the sunlight.
57. The puppy was tugging at the shoelaces of his shoes.
58. His heart gave a little tug when he saw the old photograph.
59. The athlete felt a sudden tug in his hamstring.
60. She had to tug on her jacket to keep warm.
61. The boy was tugging on the rope, trying to pull his friend closer.
62. He made a tug at the fabric to see if it was strong enough.
63. The wind would tug at her hair, making it fly around.
64. She felt a quick tug of fear as the roller coaster dropped.
65. The old engine had to tug the heavy load up the hill.
66. He gave a light tug to the fishing line to check for bites.
67. The mother could feel the tug of her child's hand as they walked.
68. She felt a tug of joy when she received the good news.
69. The dog was tugging at the leash to chase after the squirrel.
70. He had to tug the net out of the water carefully.
71. The sudden tug of the current caught him off guard.
72. She noticed a tug at her heart as she left home.
73. The team had to tug together to win the competition.
74. The girl tried to tug her brother away from the video game.
75. He made a determined tug to pull the cart up the hill.
76. She felt a tug of curiosity about the new neighbors.
77. The boat began to tug at the anchor as the tide rose.
78. He gave a gentle tug to reassure the nervous horse.
79. The rope started to tug as more people joined in the game.
80. She felt a tug of sadness as she watched the sunset.
81. The climber had to tug on the carabiner to secure it.
82. He felt a strong tug on his heart at the wedding.
83. The dog kept tugging on its leash, eager for a walk.
84. She had to tug the blanket to cover her feet.
85. The child was tugging at her mother’s skirt, asking for candy.
86. He felt a tug of annoyance at the constant noise.
87. The soldier needed to tug at the flag to straighten it out.
88. She felt a tug of regret after the argument.
89. The old man would tug at his hat when greeting people.
90. The fish started to tug on the line, signaling a catch.
91. She gave a firm tug to the rope during the competition.
92. The cat was tugging at the curtains, trying to climb up.
93. He felt a sudden tug in his side while running.
94. The kids were tugging at their parents to go to the fair.
95. She had to tug on the latch to secure the gate.
96. The horse began to tug at the bit, eager to run.
97. He noticed a tug of anxiety as the deadline approached.
98. The puppy was tugging at the edge of the blanket.
99. She felt a tug of inspiration while listening to music.
100. The wind would tug at the loose paper on the table.