draw lessons from

phrase

: to learn from
We can draw lessons from past mistakes.

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Silicon Valley, in particular, needs to draw lessons from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Andy Browne, semafor.com, 14 Apr. 2026 The continent should draw lessons from countries that have successfully used land reform, alongside new technology and sustainable farming methods, to raise agricultural productivity. Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025 Then there are those who confront similarly harsh experiences, yet manage to stay on the path of light—and even draw lessons from their hardships to make future audiences laugh. Essence, 2 Oct. 2025 President Biden should draw lessons from these recent developments and act quickly. Fortune, 25 Feb. 2022

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