draw in

verb

drew in; drawn in; drawing in; draws in
Synonyms of draw innext

transitive verb

1
: to cause or entice to enter or participate
2
: to sketch roughly

intransitive verb

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

Examples of draw in in a Sentence

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Daniel Farke’s back five is aggressive in stepping onto opposing No 10s and, in possession, can switch the ball quickly — an issue Emery’s narrow system has struggled with on several occasions, notably against Crystal Palace, who beat them 3-0 in August and held them to a goalless draw in January. Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2026 Beyond the collagen, the formula contains glycerin that strengthens the skin’s natural barrier and naturally draws in moisture. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026 Head coach Cameron Knowles earns the draw in his first match with Minnesota United. CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026 Head coach Cameron Knowles earns the draw in his first match with Minnesota United. ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for draw in

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1559, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of draw in was circa 1559

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“Draw in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/draw%20in. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.

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