Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pull-a-lever

verb phrase

/pʊl ə ‘liːvə/

Definition

To make a decisive or impactful choice or action, often in the context of gaining control or activating a change.

Examples

When faced with a tough decision, she had to pull-a-lever and choose the path she thought was best for her career.
In a challenging situation, sometimes you just need to pull-a-lever to change the course of events.

Meaning

This phrase is usually used metaphorically to indicate the act of initiating a process or influencing a situation by making a significant decision or taking action.