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as in causing
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the general's imprudent remarks drew on a public rebuke by the secretary of defense
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as in coming up
to come near or nearer
night draws on, so we should hurry home
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Recent Examples of drawing on
Emotional quotient, or the ability to understand and manage emotions, improves decision making by drawing on human experience for more balanced, effective, and inclusive results.
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Paul Hudson, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
Like the Romans drawing on ancient Greece, perhaps the task isn’t to relive history but to use it as a springboard to imagine and reimagine the future.
—Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Both John and McCartney were game for the comedic improvisation required, with Sir Paul drawing on his Hard Day’s Night-era screen presence.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 31 Aug. 2025
The Woodward Dream Cruise started as a fundraiser, drawing on the cruising heyday of the 1950s and '60s.
—Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2025
The Woodward Dream Cruise started as a fundraiser, drawing on the cruising heyday of the 1950s and '60s.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Last year, night after night, Swift performed for stadiums of people in high-octane outfits, drawing on a seemingly bottomless reserve of energy.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
The Glenview Police Department brought back its kid-friendly bike path, a chalk drawing on pavement meant to teach riders the rules of the road.
—Richard Requena, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
By drawing on theories about the biological basis of consciousness, one group came up with a checklist of criteria that, if met, would suggest that an AI system is likely to be conscious.
—Mariana Lenharo & Nature Magazine, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2025
Paul Hudson, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
Like the Romans drawing on ancient Greece, perhaps the task isn’t to relive history but to use it as a springboard to imagine and reimagine the future.
—Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Both John and McCartney were game for the comedic improvisation required, with Sir Paul drawing on his Hard Day’s Night-era screen presence.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 31 Aug. 2025
The Woodward Dream Cruise started as a fundraiser, drawing on the cruising heyday of the 1950s and '60s.
—Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2025
The Woodward Dream Cruise started as a fundraiser, drawing on the cruising heyday of the 1950s and '60s.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Last year, night after night, Swift performed for stadiums of people in high-octane outfits, drawing on a seemingly bottomless reserve of energy.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
The Glenview Police Department brought back its kid-friendly bike path, a chalk drawing on pavement meant to teach riders the rules of the road.
—Richard Requena, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
By drawing on theories about the biological basis of consciousness, one group came up with a checklist of criteria that, if met, would suggest that an AI system is likely to be conscious.
—Mariana Lenharo & Nature Magazine, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drawing on
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San Francisco’s star defensive end tackled running back Ken Walker III for no gain on first-and-5 from the 9-yard line, then pushed right tackle Abe Lucas back in the pocket on second down, causing Darnold to fumble.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Across the country, concern has arisen over improper uses of restraint and seclusion causing physical and mental harm — and sometimes even death — to students.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
8 Sep. 2025
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The unverified video shows someone coming up to a window on the top floor of the White House and appearing to drop an object out of it.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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The freshman and former standout at Plantation American Heritage is coming up big in his first collegiate game.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
1 Sep. 2025
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Officials are now working on drafting new rules and licensing regulations that would change that, creating a new type of marijuana business allowed in the city after voters legalized recreational marijuana statewide in 2022.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
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Millions will die, but society will finally get serious about creating adequate fail-safes for this new technology.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Chase Briscoe is closing in on another stage win.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Sep. 2025
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His 148 innings are closing in on a career high (161 ⅔) and his next win will tie a career high.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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As mayor, Andrade blew the whistle on a contract for a company that developed a tax collection system for the city, a deal her predecessor approved without bringing it before the council, according to a record on the case.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Even though the Fever could get into the playoffs, bringing Clark back might not be a wise decision.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Hurricane Kiko slowly approaching Hawaii Hurricane Kiko will be closely watched for up to 10 days, AccuWeather Meteorologist Geoff Cornish said.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tips for flood weather Officials offered the following tips for residents to prepare for approaching storms and potential flooding threats.—
Staff reports,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Rehmeier’s regular cinematographer Jean-Philippe Bernier brings an appropriate warmth to the film’s visual palette, generating a dreamlike tone to the imagery befitting the protagonists’ self-image.—
Vikram Murthi,
IndieWire,
6 Sep. 2025
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Files are stored under your control, and when generating sensitive or NSFW content, users can mark outputs as private.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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The clear stance that the club has spent every available penny of their PSR allowance left many baffled, but the club’s accounts over the coming years will reveal all.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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From sleight-of-hand tricks to daring stunts, the afternoon is designed to keep the laughs and gasps coming.—
Tiffani Jackson Skinner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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