1
as in to cause
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 to come
to come near or nearer
night draws on, so we should hurry home
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Recent Examples of draw on
The talk elided any reference to the mechanics of reproduction—this was not the talk—but was an otherwise wide-ranging explication of the subject matter, drawing on the Book of Genesis, personal observations, and popular mythology.
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Jelani Cobb, New Yorker, 14 June 2025
Off a left circle draw on the next shift, Nurse muscled around the net and centered to Vasily Podkolzin, who potted the tying goal at 15:05 of the third.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
Google has done its homework, drawing on 46 studies with more than 18,000 participants to make changes that people of all ages approved.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 10 June 2025
Published on June 5 in the journal Criminal Law Forum, the investigation draws on direct archival evidence from Cambridge University that is helping fill in the gaps to a high-profile true crime scandal that would make headlines even today.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 June 2025
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Jelani Cobb, New Yorker, 14 June 2025
Off a left circle draw on the next shift, Nurse muscled around the net and centered to Vasily Podkolzin, who potted the tying goal at 15:05 of the third.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
Google has done its homework, drawing on 46 studies with more than 18,000 participants to make changes that people of all ages approved.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 10 June 2025
Published on June 5 in the journal Criminal Law Forum, the investigation draws on direct archival evidence from Cambridge University that is helping fill in the gaps to a high-profile true crime scandal that would make headlines even today.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 June 2025
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Still, Nicole Denman Greene, analyst at Gartner, warns brands should be wary of causing a negative reaction from consumers who are skeptical of AI’s impact on human creativity.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
15 June 2025
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As kick-off approached, the ground was only a third full and looked likely to cause FIFA some embarrassment.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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To the frustration of many fans, the former UConn guard—the 30th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft—was cut after two preseason games, showing the conundrum that current roster limits create for player development.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
20 June 2025
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Subscribers can stream on up to three devices simultaneously, create up to 10 profiles and save unlimited live or future shows for up to one year.—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2025
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And the topic came up again a couple of times Wednesday while Rollins testified before the House Agriculture Committee.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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If the Pacers had finished this one off, the city would have partied until the sun came up.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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With a new situation under center, the New York Giants hope to bring stability to their passing game.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
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While guests enjoy the festivities, hundreds of volunteers — many from the parish and surrounding community — work quietly behind the scenes to bring it all together.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 June 2025
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Anyone who sees him is urged not to approach and to call 911 immediately.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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The sheriff's office warned that Decker should be considered armed and dangerous, and said that anyone who sees him should not attempt to contact or approach him.—
Kerry Breen
June 18,
CBS News,
18 June 2025
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TikTok users can't get enough of the sweet video, which has generated over 52,200 views and more than 10,400 likes on TikTok at the time of writing.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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The athletics department has been generating revenue through various means, including the establishment of the Competitive Success Fund.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2025
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a private contractor that operates the sites, said they were closed Saturday.—
WAFAA SHURAFA,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2025
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The warning was issued Saturday at 4:52 p.m., and the latest update regarding this incident was made available on Saturday at 5:34 p.m. U.S. 69 Current Incidents: Lane on US-69 closed in Overland Park One lane is closed between 119th Street and 103rd Street on northbound US-69.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2025
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This situation prompts an essential inquiry for investors: Is ENPH stock a worthwhile purchase following such a considerable drop?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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One struck a police cruiser with a thud, prompting a big cheer.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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