draw in
verb
drew in; drawn in; drawing in; draws in
1
a
: to draw to an end
the day drew in
b
: to shorten seasonally
the evenings are already drawing in
2
: to become more cautious or economical
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Traps were left in the area in the hope of drawing in the remaining dogs so they could be properly treated by professionals.
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Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
In October, the historic steam locomotive transforms into the Ghost Train, while Christmas lights and Santa are a major draw in November and December.
—Leigh Ann Henion, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
General Manager Alicia Barber, however, testified that the districts, drawn in 1993, are grouped with subdivisions not split between districts and that the districts have distinct issues with drainage and other concerns.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Like many, Nichols was drawn in by the uniqueness of the license plate.
—Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 8 May 2026
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Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
In October, the historic steam locomotive transforms into the Ghost Train, while Christmas lights and Santa are a major draw in November and December.
—Leigh Ann Henion, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
General Manager Alicia Barber, however, testified that the districts, drawn in 1993, are grouped with subdivisions not split between districts and that the districts have distinct issues with drainage and other concerns.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
Like many, Nichols was drawn in by the uniqueness of the license plate.
—Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 8 May 2026
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“Draw in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/draw%20in. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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