as in represented
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as in pulled
to cause to follow by applying steady force on
draw a chair up to the fire and sit with us
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as in described
to give a representation or account of in words
a writer who draws characters with lifelike clarity
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as in earned
to receive as return for effort
draws a hefty weekly salary
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as in removed
to take away from a place or position
draw her aside so we can ask a quick question
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as in cleaned
to take the internal organs out of
hated the thought of having to pluck and draw a goose before cooking it
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as in forged
to shape with a hammer
drew the metal into a thin sheet by pounding it
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Recent Examples of drawn
Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 7 July 2025
Ever more drawn to her, the young Etsuko finds her behaviors and attitudes changing.
—Blake Simons, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 8 Nov. 2025
For West Palm Beach decorative artist Joseph Steiert, the customization factor is often what clients are drawn to.
—Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
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And the Connecticut roll, with warm hunks of lobster bathed in drawn butter, is pure, rich deliciousness.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 7 July 2025
Ever more drawn to her, the young Etsuko finds her behaviors and attitudes changing.
—Blake Simons, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
Verb
In his twist on the post-apocalypse zombie tale, Gilligan notes that no one watching The Walking Dead feels drawn to zombiedom.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 8 Nov. 2025
For West Palm Beach decorative artist Joseph Steiert, the customization factor is often what clients are drawn to.
—Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
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Prior to its closure in 2020, the Surrey operated as a union hotel for decades, with nearly 100 union- represented employees—many of them women, immigrants, and people of color.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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Their baby girl, Teddi, was pictured sleeping soundly in her dad's arms.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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In 1997, Stewart was pictured wearing overalls, an oversized barn jacket, and over-the-knee mud boots with her arm wrapped around the neck of a cow.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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For years, fashion companies like Ralph Lauren pulled their products from Macy’s stores to sell more of their products direct to consumers online and at their own stores.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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Curran then grabbed Trantalis’ leg and pulled him to the ground, then reportedly dragged him 15 feet across the road.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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The platform, best described as part creative incubator and part distribution hub, is designed for the mobile attention economy without sacrificing substance or style.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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In a phone call last spring, Kashunamiut School District Superintendent Jeanne Campbell described a host of problems related to the Chevak school's boiler and broken water pipes that impacted the fire sprinkler system.—
Emily Schwing,
NPR,
10 Nov. 2025
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Tim Stützle’s goal, his second of the day, earned Ottawa the extra point in the standings.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Binder earned a master’s degree in criminal justice from Arizona State University in 2017 and a bachelor’s degree in business administration and finance from San Jose State University in 2002.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
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Ferguson had served as director since 2019, according to her bio on the school’s website, which has since been removed.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Nov. 2025
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The danger is greatest for those with final deportation orders, as they can be removed immediately once their temporary status expires.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Self-cleaning filters act as a garbage disposal and don't have food buildup that needs to be cleaned.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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It’s covered in stretch-resistant upholstery that won’t look worn over time and can be spot cleaned.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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This bond was forged in a bygone era.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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During the cast interview, Kardashian, 45, revealed that the women forged a close bond behind the cameras during a group dinner before filming began.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Drawn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drawn. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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