draw on

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Recent Examples of draw on Often, the songs that drew on Carner’s darker, more cynical perspective were accentuated with the kind of buoyancy that only a child can stoke. Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2025 The main residence is completed by a laundry/mud room that draws on the same rich blue tone found in the pantry. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 June 2025 The files, which draw on a range of data and sources, question some of the company’s leadership team as well as OpenAI’s overall commitment to AI safety. Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 20 June 2025 The end of the penny has been debated in the U.S. since the early 1990s, when Republicans and Democrats alike supported legislative bids to do away with the penny, drawing on cost-benefit analysis as their rationale. Antoinette Burton, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for draw on
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw on
Verb
  • The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 27 June 2025
  • They had been expected to argue that severe mental disease or defect caused Purdy not to comprehend that his conduct was wrong.
    Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • To the frustration of many fans, the former UConn guard—the 30th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft—was cut after two preseason games, showing the conundrum that current roster limits create for player development.
    Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 June 2025
  • Subscribers can stream on up to three devices simultaneously, create up to 10 profiles and save unlimited live or future shows for up to one year.
    Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2025
Verb
  • Selena Gomez is opening up about her childhood crushes, and one name in particular came up as a surprise.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 26 June 2025
  • After taking a moment to deliberate, Gomez came up with her answer: Ariana Grande.
    Stephen Daw, Billboard, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • After weeks of defense attorneys fighting in court for Abrego Garcia’s return to the United States, the Trump administration brought him back on June 7 to face federal human smuggling charges.
    Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 26 June 2025
  • After the trip down memory lane, Storch brought the conversation to the present day and shared his opinion on the criminal charges and violent allegations against the 55-year-old.
    DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • Several vehicles recklessly drove donuts in the middle of the road as a large crowd of spectators approached the intersection, police added.
    Ronn Blitzer , Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2025
  • Anyone who sees him is urged not to approach and to call 911 immediately.
    Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
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  • TikTok users can't get enough of the sweet video, which has generated over 52,200 views and more than 10,400 likes on TikTok at the time of writing.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
  • The athletics department has been generating revenue through various means, including the establishment of the Competitive Success Fund.
    Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2025
Verb
  • According to a news release from the city, the following streets will be closed starting at 7 a.m. Saturday: Dickson Street between St. Charles Avenue and Gregg Avenue/Powerhouse Alley.
    NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 27 June 2025
  • Key News Asian equities ended a positive week mixed, as Japan outperformed, while Indonesia and Malaysia were closed for the Islamic New Year, which is also known as Hijri New Year, marking the start of the Islamic calendar.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • Pictures from the TikTok video that prompted Felipe to visit the emergency room.
    Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
  • Historical shocks have prompted similar responses: the Great Fire of London led to fire codes and insurance pools, while 19th-century boiler explosions catalyzed modern engineering standards.
    Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025

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“Draw on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20on. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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