100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "yank"

Definition

Yank (verb): To pull or remove something quickly and forcefully, often with a sudden motion.

Synonyms

• Pull
• Tug
• Jerk
• Wrench
• Snatch
• Drag
• Haul

Antonyms

• Push
• Place
• Insert
• Set
• Release
• Let go

Examples

1. She yanked the door open in frustration.
2. He decided to yank the cord to turn off the lamp.
3. The child yanked the toy away from his sibling.
4. I yanked my backpack off the chair as I rushed out the door.
5. The mechanic yanked the old part out of the engine.
6. She yanked her hair back into a ponytail.
7. The dog yanked on the leash, eager to chase the squirrel.
8. He yanked the blanket off the bed in a hurry.
9. I accidentally yanked the plug out of the socket.
10. The waiter yanked the tablecloth to clean up the spill.
11. She yanked the curtains closed to block the sunlight.
12. He yanked his arm away when she tried to grab it.
13. The technician yanked the wires to fix the connection.
14. I yanked my shoes off as soon as I got home.
15. She yanked the book from the shelf after finding it.
16. The coach yanked the player out of the game for poor performance.
17. He yanked the steering wheel to avoid the obstacle.
18. The child yanked the sticker off the page.
19. She yanked the car door shut loudly.
20. He yanked the rope with all his might during the tug-of-war.
21. The toddler yanked on his mother’s shirt to get her attention.
22. I yanked the remote from the couch.
23. She yanked the file from the cabinet to review it.
24. The cat yanked the toy mouse across the floor.
25. He yanked the basketball from his friend's hands.
26. She yanked the knot out of her hair with a brush.
27. I yanked the window open to let in fresh air.
28. The technician yanked the faulty component from the device.
29. He yanked the curtains apart to look outside.
30. She yanked the leash to keep the dog from running off.
31. I yanked the lid off the jar, eager to taste its contents.
32. He yanked the paper from the printer when it jammed.
33. The nurse yanked the IV out quickly after the treatment.
34. She yanked the chocolate bar from the shelf.
35. I yanked the blanket tighter around me on the chilly night.
36. He yanked the handle of the suitcase, trying to lift it.
37. She yanked the phone off the charger in a rush.
38. They yanked the old fence down to build a new one.
39. He yanked the cap off the bottle with one swift motion.
40. The teacher yanked the notebook from the student’s desk.
41. She yanked her foot away from the cold floor.
42. I yanked the doorbell to announce my presence.
43. He yanked the last piece of pizza from the box.
44. She yanked the drawer open to find her keys.
45. They yanked the curtains aside to reveal the view.
46. I yanked my hand free from the sticky substance.
47. He yanked the reins to guide the horse.
48. She yanked the towel off the rack after her shower.
49. I yanked the zipper up on my jacket against the wind.
50. He yanked the chair away from the table to sit down.
51. She yanked the pen from his hand during the argument.
52. I yanked the brochure from the display.
53. He yanked the fishing line when he felt a tug.
54. She yanked the hair tie off her wrist.
55. I yanked the plug from the wall to stop the noise.
56. He yanked the car into the parking space.
57. She yanked the curtain down after the show.
58. I yanked the door shut to keep the draft out.
59. He yanked the baseball cap off his head in frustration.
60. She yanked the drawer closed with a loud bang.
61. I yanked the paper towel from the roll.
62. He yanked the lock to secure the door.
63. She yanked the lid off the pot to check on the stew.
64. I yanked the pillow from under my head.
65. He yanked the ball out of the dog’s mouth.
66. She yanked the sticker off the window.
67. I yanked the rope to signal for help.
68. He yanked the fork out of the drawer.
69. She yanked the ice pack from the freezer.
70. I yanked my foot out of the water, startled by the cold.
71. He yanked the lid off the box to see what was inside.
72. She yanked the bicycle away from the fence.
73. I yanked the curtains open to let in light.
74. He yanked the backpack off his shoulders.
75. She yanked the book closed after reading the last page.
76. I yanked the disguise off to reveal my true identity.
77. He yanked the envelope out of the mail slot.
78. She yanked the hairbrush through her tangled hair.
79. I yanked the plug to stop the music.
80. He yanked the paper from the teacher's hands.
81. She yanked the steering wheel to avoid the pothole.
82. I yanked the handle to get the suitcase open.
83. He yanked the paperclip off the stack of papers.
84. She yanked the dog’s leash to keep it from running.
85. I yanked the curtain rod down to fix it.
86. He yanked the cap off the marker.
87. She yanked her dress down to hide her legs.
88. I yanked the baseball glove from the shelf.
89. He yanked the handle to start the lawnmower.
90. She yanked the book out of the library return box.
91. I yanked the chair closer to the table.
92. He yanked the key from the ignition.
93. She yanked the sweater off the hanger.
94. I yanked the trash bag out of the bin.
95. He yanked the laptop from the table.
96. She yanked the hair out of her face.
97. I yanked the door open and stepped outside.
98. He yanked the curtain cord to let the sun in.
99. She yanked the sticker off the car window.
100. I yanked the rug out from under the table.