as in to drain
to remove (liquid) gradually or completely
drew off the fat from the top of the drippings
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Verb
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So much for draining the swamp.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025 -
Maye hit Boutte on a back-shoulder throw in Sunday’s win over the Saints that allowed the Patriots to kneel on the ball, drain the clock and emerge victorious.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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Overnight on Thursday, according to the Ukrainian military, a gas processing facility and pumping station in the Volgograd region of southern Russia were also hit.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
12 Oct. 2025
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This is why many pet owners recommend reusable, tapeless lint rollers that suck up hair into a compartment for easy disposal.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 Oct. 2025
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Battery life can be affected by many factors, but the MX Master 4’s haptic feedback is probably the most battery-sucking feature on the new mouse.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Draw (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20%28off%29. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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