1
as in to pump
to remove (liquid) gradually or completely
we drained the water from the tank before cleaning it
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2
as in to spend
to make complete use of
virtually drained the country's natural resources
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as in to kill
to use up all the physical energy of
the long hike drained us
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
as the city lost population, its political influence drained away
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Recent Examples of drain
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Dry float tanks are also more ecologically friendly because the water is sealed inside the system and typically only replaced every several months to years, rather than being regularly drained and replenished.
—Shelby Hartman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Basement waterproofing, drain tile, or sump documentation including installation dates and warranty information.
—Allison Palmer
updated February 19, Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Give them bright light, well-draining soil, and occasional watering to keep them healthy.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Dry float tanks are also more ecologically friendly because the water is sealed inside the system and typically only replaced every several months to years, rather than being regularly drained and replenished.
—Shelby Hartman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
Meanwhile, drain 1 can of tomatoes; leave remaining can of tomatoes undrained.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Basement waterproofing, drain tile, or sump documentation including installation dates and warranty information.
—Allison Palmer
updated February 19, Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drain
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The farm also offers other events including a sweet pea maze (included with admission), $8 wagon tours, gold sluice mining, wine tasting, crafts, yoga, sound baths and more at additional cost.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
7 Feb. 2026
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Eventually, the animals were clustered into a sluice-like enclosure, and then the animals would be extracted one by one.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
9 Dec. 2025
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That is, this new drug lowers the mother's blood pressure while also improving blood flow to the womb at a time when the baby appears to need it.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
14 Feb. 2026
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The broken sheets of ice flow downstream until they get stuck at narrow points, sharp bends, or bridges.—
Ahmad Bajjey,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Peels can create a huge mess in the drainpipes down the road.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2026
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Flush the gutter from top to bottom until debris exits the drainpipes.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
22 Jan. 2026
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The continent’s funds have seen steady inflows over the last 12 months, after years of outflows, as pessimism over Europe’s economy fades.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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However, outflows from these firms to China have fallen roughly 20% since 2024.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Clogged gutters and downspouts.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
20 Feb. 2026
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Homeowners should create defensible space by clearing dry brush, leaves, and other flammable materials away from structures and keeping gutters and roofs free of debris.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Drain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drain. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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