Eli5: Jet engines

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Do a jet engine’s turbines actively pull air into the engine once the turbines begin to spin? (Both during the starter motor phase and also during flight at higher speeds)

And does the front half of the engine produce a substantial amount of drag as it is travelling at high speeds? (not including the thrust coming from the back)

If anyone could help it would be much appreciated!

*I’m thinking about axial and turbofan jet engines, but am curious about all types, *apart from pulse jets*

Cheers!

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Ever seen videos where people get sucked into the turbines?

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