as in to lengthen
to make longer
the actor refused to draw out the interview any further
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Recent Examples of draw out
For instance, communicating an update through email can be effective, but the email should be succinct rather than drawn out.
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Claire Rutkowski, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Just look at how long and drawn out the Paramount-Skydance deal was in the first place.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 12 Sep. 2025
Fall is ideal for leaf-peepers, and winter, of course, draws out the skiers and snowboarders.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Republicans, frustrated that Democrats have been using procedural roadblocks to draw out consideration of even noncontroversial nominees, have been talking about a possible rule change for the better part of two months.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 4 Sep. 2025
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Claire Rutkowski, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Just look at how long and drawn out the Paramount-Skydance deal was in the first place.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 12 Sep. 2025
Fall is ideal for leaf-peepers, and winter, of course, draws out the skiers and snowboarders.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Republicans, frustrated that Democrats have been using procedural roadblocks to draw out consideration of even noncontroversial nominees, have been talking about a possible rule change for the better part of two months.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw out
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As the Universe expands, the wavelength of each photon gets lengthened by the expansion, meaning that the amount of energy present in the form of radiation decreases faster than the amount of energy present in the form of matter in the expanding Universe.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
23 Sep. 2025
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Palau has given Carpenter a blowout that combines ‘90s and ’60s vibes to create a modern take on polished oomph that proves glamour doesn't depend on lengthening extensions.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
23 Sep. 2025
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They were presented as part of what the administration said was its commitment to identify the root causes of autism, diagnoses of which have increased in recent years.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
23 Sep. 2025
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Several studies conducted over the past decade have probed whether acetaminophen increases the risk of autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.—
Dominique Mosbergen,
Time,
23 Sep. 2025
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The closure of the crossing has stranded Palestinians abroad, while patients receiving medical treatment in Jordan were forced to extend their stays on limited budgets.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
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My secret tip is to extend your face wash to your scalp instead!—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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Crystal Palace are now 17 games unbeaten in all competitions after Saturday’s 2-1 win at West Ham United, a sequence that stretches back to April and includes Wembley wins over Manchester City in last season’s FA Cup final and Liverpool, on penalties, in this year’s Community Shield.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Police tape stretching across a road in front of a crime scene.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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Its quick forward speed spared Florida prolonged winds and rain but plagued those who felt hurricane-force wind gusts hundreds of miles inland.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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Since wigs also naturally shed with brushing, washing, and styling, supplementing with clip-ins right from the start helps maintain a fuller look and prolongs the life of the unit.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Draw out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20out. Accessed 28 Sep. 2025.
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