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as in loads
a mass or quantity of something taken up and carried, conveyed, or transported
the draft of an average-sized oil tanker
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as in recruits
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 prepares
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 drains
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 drafts
Hunter Patterson, New York Times, 18 May 2026
The draftniks produce player rankings and mock drafts that predict each team’s selections.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
The platform suggests clauses, flags risks, and drafts sections based on user prompts.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The drafts were messy, but, in reality, so, too, were the handwritten ones—their own version of chaos with arrows, enumerations, and strikethroughs.
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
Another two or three drafts of distillation is exactly what the unwieldy Parallel Tales could have used.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
New York’s defense could dominate after drafting edge rushers Abdul Carter and Arvell Reese in the top five of the last two drafts.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
The Jets had one of the better drafts in 2026.
—Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Experts suggest this crop of players makes it among the deepest drafts in decades.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2026
Sandeep Shilawat, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
The team that drafts him and bets on his talent and track record of scoring will take some risk as a result.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Thursday’s order also drafts Treasury, which must launch the website by the time the Saver’s Match goes live in 2027, to run an awareness campaign and issue guidance on how private-sector donors can contribute to the workers’ IRAs.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Brian Schottenheimer drafts another Florida Gator For the second draft in as many years as head coach of the Cowboys, Brian Schottenheimer -- a University of Florida graduate -- has taken a Gator off the board.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
One agent drafts the itinerary, another compares Orlando to the Keys, and a third pulls up kid-friendly activities, all at the same time.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The big question is whether Miami drafts a quarterback in the first three rounds.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The team that drafts him will be betting on development, not immediate return.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
If Miami drafts correctly, something that was a dark stain of the last regime’s tenure, and hits on late free agent additions such as Rasul Douglas in 2025, the Dolphins might be better than previously thought.
—Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
The Pistons swapped the 28th pick with the Minnesota Timberwolves in what’s shaping up to be one of the deepest drafts in recent seasons.
—Hunter Patterson, New York Times, 18 May 2026
The draftniks produce player rankings and mock drafts that predict each team’s selections.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
The platform suggests clauses, flags risks, and drafts sections based on user prompts.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The drafts were messy, but, in reality, so, too, were the handwritten ones—their own version of chaos with arrows, enumerations, and strikethroughs.
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
Another two or three drafts of distillation is exactly what the unwieldy Parallel Tales could have used.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
New York’s defense could dominate after drafting edge rushers Abdul Carter and Arvell Reese in the top five of the last two drafts.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
The Jets had one of the better drafts in 2026.
—Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
Experts suggest this crop of players makes it among the deepest drafts in decades.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2026
Verb
When a model drafts marketing copy, failure is annoying.
—Sandeep Shilawat, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
The team that drafts him and bets on his talent and track record of scoring will take some risk as a result.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Thursday’s order also drafts Treasury, which must launch the website by the time the Saver’s Match goes live in 2027, to run an awareness campaign and issue guidance on how private-sector donors can contribute to the workers’ IRAs.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Brian Schottenheimer drafts another Florida Gator For the second draft in as many years as head coach of the Cowboys, Brian Schottenheimer -- a University of Florida graduate -- has taken a Gator off the board.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
One agent drafts the itinerary, another compares Orlando to the Keys, and a third pulls up kid-friendly activities, all at the same time.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The big question is whether Miami drafts a quarterback in the first three rounds.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The team that drafts him will be betting on development, not immediate return.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
If Miami drafts correctly, something that was a dark stain of the last regime’s tenure, and hits on late free agent additions such as Rasul Douglas in 2025, the Dolphins might be better than previously thought.
—Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drafts
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Levi’s went on a prolific streak of collaborations by releasing three collections with Nike and Jordan Brand from last July through January, and during that time and onward denim has been popping up on loads more in-line releases under the Nike umbrella.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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There’s plenty of space in the rear too, with loads of head and legroom for adult passengers.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Neighbors Café, a breakfast and lunch counter spot, skews healthy with wellness drinks like a supershroom latte, fresh juices and smoothies, and overnight oats (there are also tasty pastries and breakfast sandwiches).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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When this happens, passengers are asked to dump their drinks out in a dedicated dumping facility or throw the whole thing away into a trash can.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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The same weather system is also fueling high winds across the Great Plains and causing wildfires to rapidly spread.—
Rob Marciano,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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In unleashing its high-end, Category 4, 150-mile-per-hour winds four years ago, Hurricane Ian cemented a reputation as the deadliest Florida hurricane in almost 90 years.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The suit identifies Smith as CEO of Community Health as well as another company that recruits doctors to provide healthcare for church members.—
Scott Zamost,Paige Tortorelli,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
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Luckily, India’s intelligence bureau recruits him to become a spy for them – under the alias Hamza – to infiltrate the criminal organizations responsible for terrorist attacks against their country.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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As the New York social scene prepares to decamp for the warmer months ahead, here’s a look at what’s new — and what not to miss — in the Hamptons this summer.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
23 May 2026
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Friday's remembrance celebration holds special meaning as the city prepares to reconstruct 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.—
Reg Chapman,
CBS News,
23 May 2026
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If your dishwasher drains directly outside of the home, consider re-routing it to the sink.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
22 May 2026
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Most varieties prefer full sun to partial shade and rich, slightly acidic soil that drains well.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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This means that a more efficient engine could either reduce costs or allow spacecraft to carry heavier payloads into orbit.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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Closer to home, Starship is designed to carry larger versions of the company's Starlink internet satellites and other payloads to Earth orbit.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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If Sprite in any fashion quenches your summer thirst, other refreshing sips to look for include Sprite Lymonade, which gets extra citrus flavor from lemonade, along with Sprite Chill Mango Citrus, Sprite Chill Cherry Lime, and Sprite Tropical Mix.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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Around 3pm, the judges took their first sips.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
15 May 2026
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“Drafts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drafts. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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