Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: On the Pull

What does it mean?

In British slang, to go on the pull means to go out with the intention of meeting someone and potentially starting a romantic or sexual encounter. It’s a very common phrase in British nightlife culture, often used among friends before a night at the pub or club to signal their dating intentions for the evening.

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral to cheeky.

When do you use it?

Used jokingly about social or dating situations.

Examples

Example 1: He's out on the pull again this weekend.

Example 2: She wasn't on the pull, just out with friends.

Question for you

Do people use a similar phrase for flirting in your country?

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