as in to spend
to make complete use of
I drew down my bank account just paying for tuition
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Recent Examples of draw down
Duke’s decision not to drastically draw down water levels in Lake Norman and Mountain Island Lake ahead of Helene took into consideration forecasts and drinking water needs, Walsh said.
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Nora O’Neill, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2025
Democrats also had amendments to block any reshuffling of U.S. military combatant commands amid fears the Trump administration may try to draw down troops from certain regions.
—Ellen Mitchell, The Hill, 30 Apr. 2025
Grantees have had different experiences with making last-minute requests to draw down funding after the termination letters.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2025
These fees collect money only from hospitals, giving states flexibility to draw down Medicaid dollars without raising general taxes on residents.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
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Nora O’Neill, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2025
Democrats also had amendments to block any reshuffling of U.S. military combatant commands amid fears the Trump administration may try to draw down troops from certain regions.
—Ellen Mitchell, The Hill, 30 Apr. 2025
Grantees have had different experiences with making last-minute requests to draw down funding after the termination letters.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2025
These fees collect money only from hospitals, giving states flexibility to draw down Medicaid dollars without raising general taxes on residents.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw down
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Residents of the 8th Congressional District spend an average of 13% of their household income on energy — the highest in the state, according to Department of Commerce data.—
Tom Olsen,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2025
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Combs could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Arepas are corn pancakes that can be consumed on their own or with an array of garnishes and fixings.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
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The children who consumed the cookies were transported to Christ Hospital and have since been released, according to WFLD.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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These clocks will, unfortunately, drain your batteries a little quicker but probably not fast enough to really take notice.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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They’re emotionally drained, exhausted by the mental gymnastics that have such a profound effect on their franchise’s direction.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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To the elderly and those already exhausted by their efforts to get this far, this simply became an insurmountable barrier.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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After exhausting the questions, Witt posed for a picture with the entire class.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2025
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This same pattern plays out in public markets every day.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Lengthy end credits play out over a montage showing some among an estimated 1,500 journalists slain worldwide since the events depicted here.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
16 May 2025
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An estimate from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said the proposals would reduce the number of people with health care by at least 7.6 million from the Medicaid changes, and possibly more with other changes to the Affordable Care Act.—
Kevin Freking,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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In Sacramento, California, the weather service warned its office would have reduced staffing overnight.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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This leaves teachers — 73% of whom are women — under a complex set of benefits that require them to use up all of their sick time.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Ways To Use Excess Mint If your mint has taken over the garden or shot up to 2 feet tall, here are a few ways to use up lots of mint leaves: Dry mint for teas: To dry leaves, use a dehydrator or hang small bunches tied with twine in a warm, airy room.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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While rain ponchos stayed tucked away, the real stars of the show were hand fans — used more as percussion instruments than for cooling off.—
Billboard Brasil,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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The company uses green chemicals and operates at room temperature to reduce energy consumption and the need to pre-wash materials.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
5 May 2025
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