as in drains
to remove (liquid) gradually or completely
drew off the fat from the top of the drippings
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The company says the modification ensures rainwater drains more effectively and the tent better sheds snow so as not to get overloaded.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Oct. 2025 -
Fill the pot with loose, slightly acidic soil that drains quickly.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
13 Oct. 2025
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The sculptural heel on the patent leather pumps measures around four inches, but Ferragamo also offers the style in a shorter version, with a kitten heel measuring two inches.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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The sound pumps loud and clear enough to fill any room or outdoor hangout.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
13 Oct. 2025
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Getting left out of things sucks.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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If the prompt sucks, the output sucks.—
Alma Rota,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Draws (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draws%20%28off%29. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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