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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
Michel Mejía,
Glamour,
27 June 2026
However, the country’s history draws parallels with Atlanta’s own identity as a cradle of civil rights activism.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
27 June 2026
The board this week was also considering new social studies curriculum that draws lines between Bible stories and American history.
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Jamie Stengle,
Arkansas Online,
27 June 2026
Most of the comedy lies in drawing out the characters’ ridiculous attempts to fit into crime movie archetypes — but more than once, this only draws attention to the film’s own failure to meet the standards of its genre.
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Elena Lazic,
Variety,
26 June 2026
It is now ticketed and draws 90,000 attendees, a mix of locals and tourists, over Memorial Day weekend while the city fills up with others who skip the festival but attend day parties and after-parties.
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Carla Vecchiola,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
But what goes into deciding whether a team wins, draws or loses?
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Eric Zillmer,
Scientific American,
26 June 2026
The same poll found the sport draws far more strongly from younger Americans than older ones.
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Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
But as the November election draws closer and Republicans are trying to defend their majorities, Trump is instead needling Congress with his demands and reversals, driving several Republican senators to disparage his actions publicly for the first time.
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Mary Clare Jalonick,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
ABC News,
26 June 2026
Uruguay has had two games already, and both ended in draws.
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David Troy Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
26 June 2026
The island nation of about 530,000 people, the third-smallest country to qualify for a World Cup, is unbeaten after draws with Spain and Uruguay.
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Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
So far in this World Cup, draws have been more frequent than usual.
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Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Maxi Araújo paced Uruguay with three goal contributions through its two draws.
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Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Of those matches, Messi has won 16, and Ronaldo has won 10 with nine draws.
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Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Before 2026, all but one of its nine World Cup matches at home, spanning the 1970 and 1986 tournaments, had been played at Estadio Azteca, with five wins and three draws.
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CBS News,
19 June 2026
Wins are worth 3 points, draws are 1 and losses are zero.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
This intentional trick draws the eye downward and offers a bit of visual interest without taking away from the overall effect.
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Michel Mejía,
Glamour,
27 June 2026
However, the country’s history draws parallels with Atlanta’s own identity as a cradle of civil rights activism.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
27 June 2026
The board this week was also considering new social studies curriculum that draws lines between Bible stories and American history.
—
Jamie Stengle,
Arkansas Online,
27 June 2026
Most of the comedy lies in drawing out the characters’ ridiculous attempts to fit into crime movie archetypes — but more than once, this only draws attention to the film’s own failure to meet the standards of its genre.
—
Elena Lazic,
Variety,
26 June 2026
It is now ticketed and draws 90,000 attendees, a mix of locals and tourists, over Memorial Day weekend while the city fills up with others who skip the festival but attend day parties and after-parties.
—
Carla Vecchiola,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
But what goes into deciding whether a team wins, draws or loses?
—
Eric Zillmer,
Scientific American,
26 June 2026
The same poll found the sport draws far more strongly from younger Americans than older ones.
—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
But as the November election draws closer and Republicans are trying to defend their majorities, Trump is instead needling Congress with his demands and reversals, driving several Republican senators to disparage his actions publicly for the first time.
—
Mary Clare Jalonick,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Noun
New Zealand, however, also got three draws at the 2010 World Cup and was eliminated.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
Uruguay has had two games already, and both ended in draws.
—
David Troy Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
26 June 2026
The island nation of about 530,000 people, the third-smallest country to qualify for a World Cup, is unbeaten after draws with Spain and Uruguay.
—
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
So far in this World Cup, draws have been more frequent than usual.
—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Maxi Araújo paced Uruguay with three goal contributions through its two draws.
—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Of those matches, Messi has won 16, and Ronaldo has won 10 with nine draws.
—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Before 2026, all but one of its nine World Cup matches at home, spanning the 1970 and 1986 tournaments, had been played at Estadio Azteca, with five wins and three draws.
—
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Wins are worth 3 points, draws are 1 and losses are zero.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draws
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The Breadwinner star pictures the destination as the culmination of his career, according to a Wall Street Journal profile published on May 15.
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Miss Manners pictures your guests, looking forward to a pleasant evening with you, being confronted with your suggestions.
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Dembele’s pace stretches defenses, Olise has developed into one of Europe’s most creative playmakers and Barcola's intelligent movement constantly pulls defenders out of position.
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As Otto groans, Rhaenrya pulls back and cleaves off Otto's head.
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The 3,200-square-foot residence at 10825 Lola Montez Road in Soda Springs, about 90 minutes from Sacramento via Interstate 80, includes three bedrooms and four bathrooms, but the listing describes it more like a private Sierra camp than a conventional home.
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In Apple in China, the Financial Times reporter Patrick McGee describes how the US firm’s advanced manufacturing supply chain birthed China’s world-beating consumer electronics sector.
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This is where the CHIPS Act comparable earns its place, though not for the reason it is usually offered.
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The 42-year-old knuckleballer earns his tenth win of the year with six scoreless innings against the Atlanta Braves.
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Assembly Bill 46, carried by Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen, D-Elk Grove, removes a legal standard that restricted courts’ ability to deny diversion.
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Peeling removes some of the vegetable's nutritional content like dietary fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
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Its Turbo Brush is perfect for collecting pet hair, and the Parquet Twister floorhead has a double-swivel joint that gently cleans and maneuvers across hard surfaces.
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Liliana, who is divorced, cleans for a living and sells homemade tamales on weekends.
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There is a tender toxicity to the bond Louis forges with Regina that speaks to the overwhelming heartbreak from which its born.
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All the more reason why her character with Aquarius, a zodiac sign that forges its own radical path.
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Ukrainska Pravda said he was targeted by Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 for ties to Russia, a year after Moscow launched its ongoing full-scale invasion.
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Interestingly, her bandmate Tzuyu’s frilly bloomers with garter-type ties did not fan flames on social media.
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“Draws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draws. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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