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Idiom: Pull Apart

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pull apart 

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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see pull,‎ apart.

to become separated as a result of pulling

to separate two people or animals that are fighting

to dismantle a machine or other mechanical device.

to rigorously investigate the basis of an idea or theory.

Example Sentences

1
I had to pull apart the engine to figure out what was wrong with it.
2
He couldn't resist the temptation to pull apart his sister's Lego creation.
3
The journalist tried to pull apart the politician's argument during the interview.
4
It took hours to pull apart all the pieces of the puzzle.
5
She felt her heart break as her parents started to pull apart their marriage.

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