"Pulls stakes" is a colloquial expression that means to leave or move away from a particular place, situation or project. There are several synonyms for "pulls stakes" and these include: "uproots," "dislodges," "relocates," "shifts," "transfers," "changes position," "withdraws" and "moves out." Each of these synonyms captures the essence of the phrase in different ways, and the choice of which one to use depends on the context in which it is being used. So, if you're looking for a way to express the idea of leaving or moving away from somewhere, consider using one of these synonyms for "pulls stakes".