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as in to delay
to move or act slowly
one of the climbers was beginning to drag
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as in to crawl
to move slowly
the play dragged and seemed to take forever to get to its predictable conclusion
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as in street
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel
the main drag in town
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as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult
the drag of stagnating wages on bringing the economy out of the recession
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as in crab
a person who spoils the pleasure of others
the teenager was mortified to be seen in public with such drags—her parents
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Recent Examples of drag
Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
But the more these breakaways happen in the context of a film, the quicker a pattern emerges where critical moments are undercut by multiple breaks that drag things out to a not-so-welcome 155 minute runtime.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2025
Jenny Peters, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Less drag means less power expended, which means that the car can go further on a single charge.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
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Verb
After the shot is fired, the video shows the man grab the woman by the hair, and the man's dog runs off as its leash is dragged behind.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
But the more these breakaways happen in the context of a film, the quicker a pattern emerges where critical moments are undercut by multiple breaks that drag things out to a not-so-welcome 155 minute runtime.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
Lola is the National’s scrumptious dining spot, often with live music and a fabulous drag brunch show on select Saturdays.
—Jenny Peters, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Less drag means less power expended, which means that the car can go further on a single charge.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drag
Verb
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What lingers are the fragments that weren’t rehearsed, a voice breaking, a note pulled from the back of a notebook, a chant that filled the room, a line spoken more to a spouse than to the cameras.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Bolt-action rifles, prized for reliability, require the operator to pull the trigger for one round before manually chambering another round.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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More than 300 flights were delayed at Denver International Airport on Saturday due to a ground delay caused by thunderstorms in the area.—
Marco Cummings,
Denver Post,
14 Sep. 2025
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Previously, researchers faced strict regulations that could delay their work.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And to get there, visitors will have to make their way through scare zones brimming with crawling monsters and roaring chainsaws.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
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Insects crawled through clinical areas, and staff food was stored alongside medical supplies.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The theory went viral on X, as 4chan pointed users to photos of Valadez that bore perceived similarities to surveillance footage of the suspect fleeing the scene released by the FBI amid the manhunt.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Anyone who thinks English Heritage sites are run by bores is in for a surprise.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Tesla had been at the impound lot for two days after being found abandoned on a Hollywood street, investigators said.—
Alex Stone,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Fairgoers can take advantage of Valley Regional Transit, which will shuttle people from any VRT stop to 13th and Ridenbaugh streets (about two blocks from the fair) — and back afterward.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Sep. 2025
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This means that fuel cells can, theoretically, operate without the infrastructure problems of electric or hydrogen vehicles, but the real obstacle is achieving sheer power in a light, compact engine that is compliant with existing regulations.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Sep. 2025
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This enables the robot to figure out its precise navigation and obstacle avoidance coordinates, with an accuracy down to 2 centimeters.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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Upgrade your coffee order and stand still to savor the first sip.—
Janine MacLachlan,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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And brands weren't just focused on the future of the product; some were happy to share secrets for enjoying a nice refreshing sip in the moment.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
13 Sep. 2025
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Warm water may push adult crabs deeper as well.—
Bill Kearney,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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Exposure to specific proteins found in crustaceans, including shrimp, crab, and lobster—as well as mollusks such as clams, oysters, and mussels—can negatively impact the immune system.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Drag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drag. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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