Drag vs. pull: what’s the difference?
The short answer
Pull is a general term for drawing something toward you, while drag suggests moving something with effort, often along the ground, and usually implies resistance.
What they have in common
Both drag and pull refer to moving something towards yourself or in a particular direction by applying force.
Examples
drag
- She had to drag the heavy suitcase across the floor.
- The dog dragged the blanket through the yard.
- He dragged his feet as he walked home after a long day.
pull
- She pulled the door open.
- He pulled the rope to ring the bell.
- The child pulled the toy car across the table.
Which one is more common?
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