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The Clue

Pulls up (6 letter answer)

The Answer

HOISTS

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Notes

The answer HOISTS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1300 puzzles.

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Definition

HOIST as a noun:

1. lifting device for raising heavy or cumbersome objects

HOIST as a verb:

1. (hoist, lift, wind) = raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help; "hoist the bicycle onto the roof of the car"
2. move from one place to another by lifting; "They hoisted the patient onto the operating table"
3. (hoist, run up) = raise; "hoist the flags"; "hoist a sail"