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as in describes
to give a representation or account of in words
a writer who draws characters with lifelike clarity
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as in earns
to receive as return for effort
draws a hefty weekly salary
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as in removes
to take away from a place or position
draw her aside so we can ask a quick question
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as in cleans
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 ties
a situation in which neither participant in a contest, competition, or struggle comes out ahead of the other
the game ended in a draw
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as in attractions
something that attracts interest
city leaders hoped that the new waterfront development would be a big draw for tourists
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as in tugs
the act or an instance of applying force on something so that it moves in the direction of the force
took a draw on his cigarette and immediately started coughing
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Recent Examples of draws
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
The family draws inspiration from beloved Southern desserts and customer suggestions, baking mix-ins from scratch and folding them into cream that really couldn’t be fresher.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
The story draws inspiration from the 1935 film Bride of Frankenstein, which itself was based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel Frankenstein.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Now under fourth-generation owner Brian Shapiro, the downtown staple draws regular lunch crowds with signature soups, a wide dessert selection and massive sandwiches whose structural integrity is a marvel of modern engineering.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 6 Mar. 2026
Aggies third baseman Kennedy Powell draws a leadoff walk.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Known for scene-stealing roles in TV shows like My Brother and Me, Sparks, The Parkers and The Boondocks, Whitley draws heavily on family life, Hollywood experiences and unapologetic self-reflection for her standup act.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
From the way Styles draws inspiration across decades to his honest lyrics, here are all the takeaways from the star’s fourth album.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2026
Roughly half an hour east of Little Rock, the small city draws thousands of people for its annual strawberry festival.
—Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
In the faceoff circle, Nick Foligno has won a little more than 49% of his draws this season.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2026
Keep in mind that events like the monthly Food Truck Invasion are popular draws but may not run during every World Cup match week.
—Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
The city depends mainly on the Florida River, with large draws of summer water from the Animas River.
—David Marston, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026
The 45-year-old Williams, who has lost her last eight WTA matches, received a wild card into the singles and doubles draws for the tournament in the Southern California desert.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
What are the draws of Alaska cruises?
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
Ben Kindel and Malkin won 33 percent of their draws each.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
The experience remains one of Crossroads Village’s biggest annual draws, featuring train rides, storytelling, costumed characters, hands‑on activities, live entertainment, and themed exhibits designed for young fans of the long-running Thomas & Friends franchise.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
Additionally, the Hudson Farmers' Market draws local growers and makers with fresh produce, baked goods, cheeses, and flowers on Saturdays from spring to fall.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
The family draws inspiration from beloved Southern desserts and customer suggestions, baking mix-ins from scratch and folding them into cream that really couldn’t be fresher.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
The story draws inspiration from the 1935 film Bride of Frankenstein, which itself was based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel Frankenstein.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Now under fourth-generation owner Brian Shapiro, the downtown staple draws regular lunch crowds with signature soups, a wide dessert selection and massive sandwiches whose structural integrity is a marvel of modern engineering.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 6 Mar. 2026
Aggies third baseman Kennedy Powell draws a leadoff walk.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Known for scene-stealing roles in TV shows like My Brother and Me, Sparks, The Parkers and The Boondocks, Whitley draws heavily on family life, Hollywood experiences and unapologetic self-reflection for her standup act.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
From the way Styles draws inspiration across decades to his honest lyrics, here are all the takeaways from the star’s fourth album.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2026
Roughly half an hour east of Little Rock, the small city draws thousands of people for its annual strawberry festival.
—Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
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The 45-year-old Williams, who has lost her last eight WTA matches, received a wild card into the singles and doubles draws for the tournament in the Southern California desert.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
In the faceoff circle, Nick Foligno has won a little more than 49% of his draws this season.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2026
Keep in mind that events like the monthly Food Truck Invasion are popular draws but may not run during every World Cup match week.
—Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
The city depends mainly on the Florida River, with large draws of summer water from the Animas River.
—David Marston, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026
The 45-year-old Williams, who has lost her last eight WTA matches, received a wild card into the singles and doubles draws for the tournament in the Southern California desert.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
What are the draws of Alaska cruises?
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
Ben Kindel and Malkin won 33 percent of their draws each.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
The experience remains one of Crossroads Village’s biggest annual draws, featuring train rides, storytelling, costumed characters, hands‑on activities, live entertainment, and themed exhibits designed for young fans of the long-running Thomas & Friends franchise.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draws
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Miss Manners pictures your guests, looking forward to a pleasant evening with you, being confronted with your suggestions.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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After all, no one pictures a futuristic city cloaked in exhaust fumes.—
Alex Hewitt,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Jan. 2026
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Everything worked out in the end—and wedding culture was changed forever—but needless to say, the wedding episode pulls the curtain back in spectacular fashion.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
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Smith works with jewelers and secondhand dealers to purchase and loan pieces, pulls from her own vast collection, and has partnerships with luxury brands like Omega, Rado, Cartier, Hublot, Longines, and Apple.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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Gourd-Mercado describes it as an exploration of the future of storytelling for Palestinian filmmakers — those based in Gaza, those in the diaspora, those born elsewhere but shaped by their identity.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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Breakout voice skips the commentary Parnas, who describes himself as an independent reporter, had a breakout year in 2025.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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The top team earns automatic promotion to the fifth tier.—
Ryan Brennan
March 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2026
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The winner of this matchup earns the seventh playoff seed.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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The model in this proposal removes these barriers to entry and provides for an inclusive and accessible pathway that leads to success.—
Tri Ta,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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While residents may still have concerns about industrial neighbors, a facility that does not affect their electricity bills removes a central grievance driving bipartisan efforts to stop building data centers.—
Eric Schmidt,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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The facility, which would be a double unit, cleans after each use and deep cleans every hour, and is set to be open year-round.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Debra Johnson, Merry Maids' home cleaning expert, recommends a mild cleaner such as Take It For Granite, a spray that safely cleans granite countertops, floors, and shower walls.—
Caitlin Sole,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Pascal forges an ex-studio chief’s knowledge, relationships, and favors into big-budget commercial pictures.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2026
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In the Texas Hill Country following the Civil War, 14-year-old Travis is left in charge of the family ranch when his father goes on a long cattle drive and soon forges a reluctant bond with a wandering yellow dog.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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Azerbaijan in recent years has developed ties with Israel and the United States, with Iran's influence in the South Caucasus region diminishing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Recent moves — including the removal of sanctions on Malian junta officials — suggest Washington is actively rebuilding ties with these military-run nations.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Draws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draws. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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