Meanings
Verb (5-dan, つ, intransitive)
1. to cheer up; to liven up; to become active
2. to look better; to improve (in appearance); to stand out
Kanji used
pull
standing up
Pitch accent
きた
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Composed of
pull; patronage; tug; discount
to stand; to rise; to find oneself (e.g. in a difficult position); to depart (on a plane, train, etc.)
Examples (1 in total)
The red rose made a nice contrast to her white dress.