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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
Tom Williams, New York Times, 17 May 2026
The beaches are also great for swimming and shelling, and the free Venice Fishing Pier draws anglers as well as wildlife watchers and sunset viewers.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Whether on purpose or happy accident, the scent often draws consumers directly to the hot case of ready-to-eat chickens.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
For the Derby, which nearly always draws the highest viewership, deals can routinely come in above $25,000.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 15 May 2026
Again, that draws laughs from both of them.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 15 May 2026
For the record, the CA DOJ draws much of its antitrust funding for investigations and litigation from its Antitrust Accounts, where portions of past settlements and awards are deposited.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 May 2026
Spain and Sweden qualified with one win and two draws each.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
Once a sleepy town, Hudson has reinvented itself as a trend-forward haunt that draws New Yorkers seeking tranquility—yet still hums with a lively energy.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
Simon Johnson, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor activities remain major draws for other East River locales, including the Glacial Lakes area in the northeast and the Missouri River in the central and southeast parts of the state.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
What to do nearby Beverly Hills is conveniently positioned between the ocean and Hollywood, putting two of Los Angeles’s main draws within easy reach.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
There are loads of under-the-radar towns along these states' coastlines that have their own unique charms and draws.
—Amy Thomas, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor activities remain major draws for other East River locales, including the Glacial Lakes area in the northeast and the Missouri River in the central and southeast parts of the state.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
One of the biggest draws, however, was reportedly the private elevator entrance that opens directly into the apartment, adding an extra layer of privacy and security.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Both their meetings last season ended in 1-1 draws.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 8 May 2026
Some group-stage World Cup matches will be massive draws.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Verb
Remarkably, their five league draws this season have resulted from equalising goals conceded in the 96th, 92nd, 94th, 97th and 88th minutes, the last three of which — against Paris FC, Strasbourg and Nice — were all penalties.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 17 May 2026
The beaches are also great for swimming and shelling, and the free Venice Fishing Pier draws anglers as well as wildlife watchers and sunset viewers.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Whether on purpose or happy accident, the scent often draws consumers directly to the hot case of ready-to-eat chickens.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
For the Derby, which nearly always draws the highest viewership, deals can routinely come in above $25,000.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 15 May 2026
Again, that draws laughs from both of them.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 15 May 2026
For the record, the CA DOJ draws much of its antitrust funding for investigations and litigation from its Antitrust Accounts, where portions of past settlements and awards are deposited.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 May 2026
Spain and Sweden qualified with one win and two draws each.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
Once a sleepy town, Hudson has reinvented itself as a trend-forward haunt that draws New Yorkers seeking tranquility—yet still hums with a lively energy.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
Noun
McFarlane has won just one of his five matches, the semi-final against Leeds, but did also earn credible 1-1 draws at Manchester City (in January) and Liverpool.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor activities remain major draws for other East River locales, including the Glacial Lakes area in the northeast and the Missouri River in the central and southeast parts of the state.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
What to do nearby Beverly Hills is conveniently positioned between the ocean and Hollywood, putting two of Los Angeles’s main draws within easy reach.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
There are loads of under-the-radar towns along these states' coastlines that have their own unique charms and draws.
—Amy Thomas, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor activities remain major draws for other East River locales, including the Glacial Lakes area in the northeast and the Missouri River in the central and southeast parts of the state.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
One of the biggest draws, however, was reportedly the private elevator entrance that opens directly into the apartment, adding an extra layer of privacy and security.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Both their meetings last season ended in 1-1 draws.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 8 May 2026
Some group-stage World Cup matches will be massive draws.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 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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Creating the body of work that pulls customers in.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Unlike other fans that blow existing air around a room, an exhaust fan pulls existing air out of the area.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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The new study used daily imagery, a change Seto describes like turning on a movie camera.—
Bree Shirvell,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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The plea agreement describes those as potential immigration consequences.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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With generous grounds and a residence built for gathering, this Southern Highlands estate invites the full cast of grandparents, cousins, friends, and whoever else earns a place at the weekend table.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Their new joke earns a bigger laugh than Al’s.—
Caroline Framke,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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Din removes his helmet to say goodbye to Grogu, and the child goes off with Luke to train as a Jedi.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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This single-sensor approach removes the need for the complex calibration typically required when combining separate lidar and camera systems.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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The Slushi’s removable parts are dishwasher safe, and there’s a rinse setting that cleans off the metal cooling element in a snap.—
Clint Davis,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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Heavy weights dropped after power cleans or dead lifts bounce vertically rather than side to side.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Wardley started out in white-collar boxing rather than the amateur scene that forges so many champions.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
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The color forges a deep connection with nature that simultaneously relaxes and energizes.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Last year, four different men from Chile were accused in a string of burglaries targeting multimillion-dollar homes in Ohio with possible ties to heists in Minnesota.—
Ashley Grams,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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But according to federal officials, the Punjabi Devils were an outlaw gang with ties to the Hells Angels, whose members often wore patches with an outline of Punjab, a region that includes northern India and central eastern Pakistan, and a turbaned skull.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Draws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draws. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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