what's the difference between manage to do sth and pull off sth
I managed to get a sandwich from a flight attendant . How about you?
I pulled off a sandwich from a flight attendant. How about you?

Thanks a lot.
What's the difference，Is that correct?

Question

what's the difference between manage to do sth and pull off sth
I managed to get a sandwich from a flight attendant . How about you?
I pulled off a sandwich from a flight attendant. How about you?

Thanks a lot.
What's the difference，Is that correct?

Answer

We tend to use pull off for situations that are very unlikely and are major achievements that surprise people.

He had not studied at all but he pulled off some amazing exam results.
The small team pulled off an amazing victory against Barcelona

Managed to , is for things that are difficult.
The exam was difficult but I managed to pass
The flight was busy but I managed to get a ticket

Answer

Of the two options, managed to get a sandwich is correct. Pulled off is more used when describing actions of courage e.g. I pulled off a front flip. Managed to is used more when barely getting an object or barely getting away from a place, e.g. I managed to get away from work or I managed to make a deal. Hope that helps!

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