tugs

[US]/tʌɡz/
[UK]/tʌɡz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.strong pulls or drags
v.third person singular form of tug

Phrases & Collocations

tugs at

tugs boat

tugs away

tugs heart

tugs line

tugs rope

tugs emotions

tugs memories

tugs chains

tugs feelings

Example Sentences

the child tugs at his mother's sleeve.

the dog tugs on the leash during the walk.

she tugs her shirt down to cover her stomach.

the boat tugs at the anchor in the rough sea.

he tugs the door open with all his strength.

the toddler tugs at his toy, trying to get it free.

she tugs at her hair nervously during the interview.

the wind tugs at the flags, making them flap.

he tugs at his collar, feeling uncomfortable.

the child tugs on the rope to play tug-of-war.

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