One strong tug released the lever and the hidden lock.

While many say they resent the media coverage, others admit to a strong tug of fascination.

It wasn't until he felt a strong tug on the line that he became aware of his peril.

"She has found something," he said, and pulled the startled youth to his feet with a strong tug on the wrist.

Outside, a man grunted with the effort of a strong tug.

She, however, is not changed sufficiently to love George, although she does feel a strong emotional tug towards him.

On the third strong tug, the bag popped from the grip of the earth.

A strong tug on his line brought him sharply back to the present.

But diplomatic concerns are giving President Clinton a strong tug in the other direction.

He felt a strong tug on the line, too strong to be a normal type of fish.