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
Salt can draw out moisture from the meat over time.
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Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
15 June 2026
Her welcoming manner draws out from the audience the different ways sand behaves both like a solid and like a liquid.
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Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
But while some might see a political strategy in the event, given that UFC’s fans include some of the same infrequent, working-class, and young male voters Trump famously drew out in 2024, keeping those voters in the GOP fold isn’t a major goal of this weekend.
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Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
12 June 2026
Salting the squash helps draw out excess moisture, seasoning and tenderizing the zucchini in the process.
—
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for draw out
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
15 June 2026
Her welcoming manner draws out from the audience the different ways sand behaves both like a solid and like a liquid.
—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
But while some might see a political strategy in the event, given that UFC’s fans include some of the same infrequent, working-class, and young male voters Trump famously drew out in 2024, keeping those voters in the GOP fold isn’t a major goal of this weekend.
—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
12 June 2026
Salting the squash helps draw out excess moisture, seasoning and tenderizing the zucchini in the process.
—
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for draw out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw out
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It’s made of soft pebbled leather with a fabric lining, and the adjustable strap lengthens to 22 inches to get the best fit.
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The mother of the Princess of Wales paired her candy-pink look with lips in a bold cyclamen shade that lit up her smile, while her eyes were accentuated by a bold black line and lengthening mascara.
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The rent on our apartment has increased by about 70% over the past six years.
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Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn (4-3) struck out two in a scoreless seventh to earn the win and increase his hitless streak to 10 innings, with 19 strikeouts, over his last nine appearances.
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The global index provider extended Indonesia’s status as an emerging market after freezing the country’s stocks in its indexes in January, citing investability concerns.
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Tuesday’s ruling declares the case a class action and extends the order nationwide.
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Work began this month on Cole Ranch in south Denton, a 4,365-home community along the booming Interstate 35W corridor that stretches to FM 1171 in Flower Mound.
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Christensen suggests the state should instead focus on stripping back environmental regulations that make brush clearance and fire prevention costly, which would ensure state firefighters are not working excessive overtime and the state budget is not being stretched beyond its means.
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After refining, gasoline travels through pipelines, ships, trucks and fuel terminals before landing at filling stations, further prolonging higher prices for consumers.
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On the other hand, prolonged inactivity due to illness, immobilization or a sedentary lifestyle can lead to bone loss.
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“Draw out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20out. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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