tugging

"The seamstress added a tighter to the back of the dress to make it fit perfectly. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The police officers tugged the drunkard out of the pub."

"It took a lot of effort to find a decent-sized, fully-furnished apartment within walking distance of the office.   He made a conscious effort to not appear affected by the stories in the paper."

"He repeatedly violated the court order, and shall now be punished."

"The tugboat gently pulled the barge full of supplies towards the dock. "

"The drunkard's erratic behavior made it hard for him to keep a job. "

"Call the police!"

"The school officers organized the fundraising event. "

"My sister's patience with her younger brother is admirable. "

"I tried to rollerblade, but I couldn’t."

"The toddler wobbled across the living room, giggling as she tried to reach her toys. "