English idiom · informal · spoken · BrE & AmE

pull it off: meaning and examples

pull it off means succeed in doing something difficult.

Memory hook: Build a clear mental picture from “pull it off” and connect it to this meaning: succeed in doing something difficult.

How to use “pull it off”

Common mistake: Treat “pull it off” as a fixed expression. Notice its exact word order in the examples.

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This expression belongs to Lesson 25, where you can compare it with other idioms about master mix and practise it interactively.

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