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pull up short |
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pull someone up short if something pulls someone up short, they suddenly stop what they are doing, especially because they are very surprised. Seeing her picture in the paper pulled me up short. pull up short (American) pull someone up short - if something pulls someone up short, they suddenly stop what they are doing, especially because they are very surprised. Carol pulled up short when she realized Jack could hear what she was saying. |
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