pull through
ينجو
Wörtlich: To pull something through a passage or opening
Use it to describe surviving a major crisis or illness when the outcome was uncertain.
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- To survive a dangerous or difficult situation successfully.
- Commonly used for recovering from illness or financial ruin.
- Implies a sense of relief after a period of uncertainty.
Bedeutung
It means to survive a very difficult situation, like a serious illness or a major crisis, and come out okay on the other side.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Talking about a sick relative
The surgery was long, but the doctors think he will pull through.
كانت الجراحة طويلة، لكن الأطباء يعتقدون أنه سينجو.
Discussing a company's finances
We almost went bankrupt, but the new investment helped us pull through.
كدنا نفلس، لكن الاستثمار الجديد ساعدنا على النجاة.
Texting a friend about a hard week
That exam was brutal, but I think I pulled through!
كان ذلك الامتحان وحشياً، لكنني أعتقد أنني نجوت!
Kultureller Hintergrund
The phrase evokes the image of someone being physically hauled out of a dangerous spot. It gained massive popularity in English literature during the Victorian era to describe surviving infectious diseases. Today, it is a staple of hospital dramas and sports commentary.
Don't forget the 'Through'
If you just say 'he pulled,' it means something totally different (like pulling a door). Always include 'through' to keep the meaning of survival.
Too Dramatic?
Be careful using this for tiny problems. Telling your boss you 'pulled through' a 10-minute meeting might make you sound like you're complaining too much!
In 15 Sekunden
- To survive a dangerous or difficult situation successfully.
- Commonly used for recovering from illness or financial ruin.
- Implies a sense of relief after a period of uncertainty.
What It Means
Imagine you are stuck in a dark tunnel. To pull through means you finally reach the light at the end. It is about survival and recovery. We usually use it when things look really bad at first. It is that moment when the doctor says, "They are going to be okay."
How To Use It
You can use it with or without an object. You can say someone pulled through (they got better). Or you can say they pulled through a specific crisis. It works for health, money, or even a stressful exam week. Use it when the outcome was uncertain but turned out well.
When To Use It
Use it when talking about a sick pet at the vet. Use it when a friend almost failed a class but passed. It is perfect for business meetings when a project almost failed. It adds a sense of relief to your story. It sounds supportive and hopeful.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for small, easy things. If you just finished a sandwich, you did not pull through. That sounds a bit dramatic! Avoid it in very cold, robotic legal documents. It is a human expression, not a technical one. Also, do not use it if the person is still in danger.
Cultural Background
This phrase feels very gritty and determined. It reflects the Western value of "toughing it out." It suggests that the person had the strength to survive. It became very common in medical contexts in the 19th century. Now, it applies to any "near-miss" in life. It is like a high-five for surviving a disaster.
Common Variations
You might hear pull through for someone. This means to come to their rescue at the last second. If you forgot your wallet and a friend pays, they pulled through for you. It is like being a hero in a small way. Another one is pulling it off, which is more about success than survival.
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is very versatile but carries a weight of 'seriousness.' Use it when you want to emphasize that a situation was truly challenging.
Don't forget the 'Through'
If you just say 'he pulled,' it means something totally different (like pulling a door). Always include 'through' to keep the meaning of survival.
Too Dramatic?
Be careful using this for tiny problems. Telling your boss you 'pulled through' a 10-minute meeting might make you sound like you're complaining too much!
The 'Hero' Nuance
In the US, if you 'pull through for someone,' you are seen as very reliable. It's a high compliment for a teammate or friend.
Beispiele
6The surgery was long, but the doctors think he will pull through.
كانت الجراحة طويلة، لكن الأطباء يعتقدون أنه سينجو.
Classic medical usage showing recovery.
We almost went bankrupt, but the new investment helped us pull through.
كدنا نفلس، لكن الاستثمار الجديد ساعدنا على النجاة.
Using the phrase for financial survival.
That exam was brutal, but I think I pulled through!
كان ذلك الامتحان وحشياً، لكنني أعتقد أنني نجوت!
Casual use for a difficult task.
I didn't think I'd finish the project, but you really pulled through for me.
لم أعتقد أنني سأنهي المشروع، لكنك حقاً أنقذتني.
Meaning the person helped at a critical moment.
After three coffees and a nap, I think I'm going to pull through.
بعد ثلاث أكواب قهوة وقيلولة، أعتقد أنني سأنجو.
Exaggerating a minor struggle for humor.
Despite the supply chain issues, the team pulled through to meet the deadline.
على الرغم من مشاكل سلسلة التوريد، نجح الفريق في الالتزام بالموعد النهائي.
Professional tone for overcoming obstacles.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the correct word to complete the phrase about surviving a storm.
The small village was hit hard by the flood, but luckily everyone ___ through.
The phrase `pulled through` is the standard idiom for surviving a crisis.
Complete the sentence regarding a medical recovery.
The vet says the kitten is weak, but she is a fighter and will likely ___ ___.
`Pull through` means to recover from an illness, while `pull over` is for driving.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
Formality of 'Pull Through'
Used with friends about minor struggles.
I pulled through that boring movie!
Standard use for health or work.
He pulled through the surgery.
Used in news or reports about crises.
The economy pulled through the recession.
When to use 'Pull Through'
Medical Recovery
Surviving a bad flu.
Financial Crisis
Saving a failing business.
Reliability
A friend helping last minute.
Academic Stress
Passing a very hard test.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes! If your team was losing but won at the very end, you can say they pulled through.
Not exactly. Get over is for moving past an emotion or a cold. Pull through is for surviving a serious danger.
Yes, it is neutral. You can say, "I'm glad the department pulled through this quarter."
Usually, it is for people, groups, or organizations. You wouldn't say a car pulled through unless you mean it survived a crash.
The past tense is pulled through. For example: "She pulled through the crisis last year."
Mostly, yes. It implies that failure or death was a real possibility.
Yes, adding 'it' is very common. "It was a tough year, but we pulled through it."
No, it is a standard phrasal verb used by everyone from doctors to teenagers.
Pull off means to achieve something difficult (like a trick). Pull through means to survive something difficult.
It's a bit heavy for that. Get over it is better for breakups unless the breakup literally made you ill.
Verwandte Redewendungen
make it through
To endure a difficult period.
come through
To do what is needed or expected in a crisis.
weather the storm
To survive a difficult period without much damage.
bounce back
To recover quickly from a setback.
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