Pull down
/pʊl daʊn/B1
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1. To demolish or destroy a structure, such as a building.
- They decided to pull down the old warehouse to make space for a new park.
- The city council will pull down the abandoned properties next year.
2. To lower or reduce something, such as the amount, level, price, etc.
- The government promised to pull down taxes to boost the economy.
- Efforts were made to pull down the crime rate in the neighborhood.
3. To bring someone to a lower status or condition.
- His negative attitude can really pull you down if you're not careful.
- The scandal served to pull the prominent politician down from his high position.
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