1
as in recruited
to pick especially for required military service
my grandfather was drafted to fight in a war that he opposed
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as in prepared
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
draft a letter to the local newspaper giving your views on the problem
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as in drained
to remove (liquid) gradually or completely
remember to draft the water from the pool so that we can close it up for the winter
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Recent Examples of drafted
There's nothing wrong with being dedicated fans, sure, but booing a guy your team just drafted is kind of a bad look.
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Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
The new coalition government led by populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš drafted the plan to scrap the fees that individuals, households and businesses pay to access the outlets.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
That said, Beck is going to get drafted.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Zach Frazier, Offensive Lineman, Second Round, Pick 51 Zach Frazier has had an immediate impact since being drafted by Khan.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
The only other Bronco who has a decent chance of being drafted in a later round is defensive tackle Braxton Fely.
—Darin Oswald, Idaho Statesman, 21 Apr. 2026
Love's college teammate Jadarian Price has a chance at being the second running back taken which would mark the first time ever that the first two running backs drafted came from the same school.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Through a complaint drafted by Gary DeVito and other attorneys from Zarwin Baum DeVito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, Bohm accuses them of fraudulent misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty and related claims.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Now McGonigle becomes the first player drafted in the Harris era to sign a long-term extension.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
The new coalition government led by populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš drafted the plan to scrap the fees that individuals, households and businesses pay to access the outlets.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
That said, Beck is going to get drafted.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Zach Frazier, Offensive Lineman, Second Round, Pick 51 Zach Frazier has had an immediate impact since being drafted by Khan.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
The only other Bronco who has a decent chance of being drafted in a later round is defensive tackle Braxton Fely.
—Darin Oswald, Idaho Statesman, 21 Apr. 2026
Love's college teammate Jadarian Price has a chance at being the second running back taken which would mark the first time ever that the first two running backs drafted came from the same school.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Through a complaint drafted by Gary DeVito and other attorneys from Zarwin Baum DeVito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, Bohm accuses them of fraudulent misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty and related claims.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Now McGonigle becomes the first player drafted in the Harris era to sign a long-term extension.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drafted
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Director Nick Castle’s 1984 sci-fi adventure of a trailer park kid recruited to join an interstellar war against Xur and the ruthless Ko-Dan Armada is still a fantastic flick over 40 years after its original theatrical release.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Combs had been one of two portfolio managers recruited by Warren Buffett to help oversee the conglomerate’s equity holdings.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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Cambridge Books Chefs prepared fajita bowls for the families on Monday night.—
Nakell Williams,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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During warmer months, be prepared for heat and humidity with sunscreen, hats and a reusable water bottle.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
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His EcoFlow house battery eventually drained as well, bringing the vehicle to a complete 0% state of charge.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Apr. 2026
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Kennard drained all five of his three-point attempts, including three in the fourth quarter.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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The perfect watering schedule depends on the time of year, your local climate, and the types of grass and soil your lawn is composed of.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
17 Apr. 2026
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Historically, this committee has been composed of experts in all aspects of vaccination, from development through clinical trials of safety and effectiveness, to the impact of vaccines on disease prevention.—
Professor David R. Hill,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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Nine minutes after Son let out a scream and pumped his fist in celebration, the 20-year-old Martínez doubled the lead.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Suarez unleashed a loud roar, pumped both fists, and was swarmed by his jubilant (and relieved) teammates.—
Michelle Kaufman
April 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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Maybe drafted is more like it, as when he was conscripted to have a blue clay face mask applied.—
Tracy Smith,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Jamie gets conscripted into the Continental Army and sent to Fort Ticonderoga.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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Raphael’s father could manage people below him but also, as a courtier who wrote an entire epic about the life and exploits of Duke Federico, flatter the powerful above him.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Kate recently wrote to us with a great question.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Shania Twain has been tapped to host the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards for the first time.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
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After a series of calls, Greenberg tapped Oreck, and they got started despite the uncertainty in the air.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Drafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drafted. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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