This is the 15762nd most frequent German word.
zückte
"Zückte" means "drew" (as in pulling out something, like a weapon).
The word 'zückte' is used here to mean 'drew,' as in pulling out a weapon or making it ready.
Er zückte sein Schwert und bereitete sich auf den Kampf vor.
He drew his sword and prepared for battle.
Here, 'zückte' illustrates the action of quickly taking out a dagger, indicating readiness or defense.
Die Räuberin zückte schnell einen Dolch, um sich zu verteidigen.
The female robber quickly drew a dagger to defend herself.
In this case, 'zückte' describes the act of presenting an item (the document) in an emphatic manner.