pull down
US /pʊl daʊn/
UK /pʊl daʊn/
1.
to demolish a building or other structure
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They decided to pull down the old factory to build new apartments.
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The city plans to pull down several abandoned buildings.
2.
to cause someone to lose confidence or status
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His rivals tried to pull him down with false accusations.
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Don't let negative comments pull you down.