We pulled this firm off the project because they overcharged.
source: WordNet 3.0
be successful; achieve a goal
She succeeded in persuading us all. I managed to carry the box upstairs. She pulled it off, even though we never thought her capable of it. The pianist negociated the difficult runs.
source: WordNet 3.0
remove by drawing or pulling
She placed the tray down and drew off the cloth. Draw away the cloth that is covering the cheese.