DRAW (OFF) Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

draw (off)

verb

Definition of draw (off)

as in to drain

to remove (liquid) gradually or completely drew off the fat from the top of the drippings

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Excessive Wet Plants that are receiving excessive moisture or are not draining properly can also exhibit signs of decline, the plant expert offers.

— Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
Use fast-draining potting mix so the roots are not exposed to soggy soil for long periods of time.

— Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026

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Interim peace accords in the 1990s recognized their water rights but preserved a system that allocated some 80% of water pumped from the main aquifer for Israeli use.

— Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
The responsible gaming prompts telling me to pump the brakes were no match for the product design and promotions pushing me to do more gambling.

— Jake Pearson, ProPublica, 26 Sep. 2026

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