pulled over
Flagged by police
Pulled over describes a vehicle brought to a stop at the side of a road, typically at the direction of law enforcement: I got pulled over for speeding.
Drivers may also pull over voluntarily—to answer a phone, check directions, or let emergency vehicles pass.
The phrase implies moving from traffic flow to the roadside.
- speedingExceeding posted velocity limits
- traffic stopPolice halting a motorist
- flat tireDeflated vehicle wheel
- violationBreaking of rules
- broken taillightNonfunctional rear vehicle light
license and registration · siren · ticket · patrol car · checkpoint · roadside assistance · probable cause · law enforcement · highway patrol · halted · citation · stop · tow truck · overheating · shoulder · emergency lane · flashing lights · medical aid