1
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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2
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
The new study examined multiple measures of labor market disruption, drawing on Bureau of Labor Statistics data on job losses, spells of unemployment, and shifts in broader occupational composition.
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Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Scripted by Black, Charles Mondry and Anthony Bagarozzi, the film is an original story drawing on characters and events from the crime novel franchise, rather than one particular book.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
Will Bonsall’s Essential Guide to Radical Self-Reliant Gardening is a detailed and practical guide from an experienced, down-to-earth farmer, drawing on 40 years of growing and eating his own food.
—Catherine Habgood
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
The grassroots support is still there, and this moment is an opportunity to rethink and reinvigorate Tampa's Pride celebration by drawing on history but also looking to a brighter future.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
To rotate and land without falling, the robot must combine real-time sensing with fast feedback loops, likely drawing on internal measurement units and other sensors.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The two-story store pays tribute to his late mother, drawing on the black-and-white tiled kitchen of his childhood home in Spain.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2025
The founders are drawing on their experience.
—David Prosser, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Jenkins, a former Brevard County school board member and speech pathologist, released a launch video casting herself as a fighter for working families, drawing on her own experience working multiple jobs to make ends meet.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Scripted by Black, Charles Mondry and Anthony Bagarozzi, the film is an original story drawing on characters and events from the crime novel franchise, rather than one particular book.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
Will Bonsall’s Essential Guide to Radical Self-Reliant Gardening is a detailed and practical guide from an experienced, down-to-earth farmer, drawing on 40 years of growing and eating his own food.
—Catherine Habgood
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
The grassroots support is still there, and this moment is an opportunity to rethink and reinvigorate Tampa's Pride celebration by drawing on history but also looking to a brighter future.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
To rotate and land without falling, the robot must combine real-time sensing with fast feedback loops, likely drawing on internal measurement units and other sensors.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The two-story store pays tribute to his late mother, drawing on the black-and-white tiled kitchen of his childhood home in Spain.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2025
The founders are drawing on their experience.
—David Prosser, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Jenkins, a former Brevard County school board member and speech pathologist, released a launch video casting herself as a fighter for working families, drawing on her own experience working multiple jobs to make ends meet.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drawing on
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Scores of employees put their houses on the market at once, causing prices to drop and sales to slow.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Salmon said his counselor suggested his attraction to men was his father’s fault because his job kept him away from home a lot, causing Salmon to identify more with his mother.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Due to the bodysuit's rising popularity over the past few years, designers have been coming up with surprising and inventive new silhouettes each season.—
Clare Holden,
Glamour,
9 Oct. 2025
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When the Wes Craven franchise first came out in 1996, costume designer Cynthia Bergstrom was tasked with coming up with the original costume.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Oct. 2025
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From checking the latest from a favorite K-pop star to creating a soundtrack for a weekend road trip, ChatGPT handles the context and delivers relevant recommendations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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In susceptible people, the immune system reacts too strongly to minor exposures, creating chronic inflammation.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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After closing in September 2024, Marineland kept its collection of animals.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Oct. 2025
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The stock market is bad at understanding the value of renewable energy, the CEO of one of the largest US power companies told Semafor, which could explain why his company is reportedly closing in on a takeover by private equity.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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My record includes bringing major sports franchises like the Heat, Marlins and Panthers; building police substations; crafting the SMART Plan; winning single-member district reforms; and funding after-school programs with private dollars.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
8 Oct. 2025
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Demanding responsibilities in assisting his mom with bills, helping care for his sisters, bringing order to the house.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The pullback is now approaching both its flat 200-day moving average and a key support zone in the low-380s— a critical level that marked the breakout point in late July and the breakdown zone from March.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
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Brown believes that, along with effort, ease and rest in relationships will become increasingly necessary when approaching love and choosing long-term partners, no matter gender.—
Essence,
Essence,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Although no policies were violated, auditors recommended stronger vetting for revenue-generating contracts, which often escape scrutiny.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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Versant last month filed its first financial reckoning with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and while the breakaway entity is still generating plenty of cash, the flow has been disrupted by the ongoing rash of customer defections.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The novel is about a band coming of age in a town that has a ban on rock ‘n’ roll.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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There are two chances of rain in the forecast, the first opportunity coming overnight Thursday into Friday morning, according to the weather service.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
9 Oct. 2025
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