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Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Effort
Used when physical strength is needed to remove something. 
He had to prise the nails from the wood to repair it.
Pro Tip 2/3Forceful Action
Implies using force or tools to leverage an object free. 
Using a crowbar, she was able to prise open the locked chest.
Pro Tip 3/3Determined Effort
Shows persistent effort, even when something is difficult to move. 
They managed to prise the rusted bolt from the machine.