To pull someone or something into one's arms; to hold or hug; to fasten or pull together with a rope or string.

To take upon oneself; to take responsibility for something

To attract or pull towards oneself, such as recruiting talent, canvassing for business, or winning people's hearts.

(literary) To grab, pick, or hold; to pull up clothing or seize the reins.

To hold or seize power or authority; to control exclusively