as in lengthens
to make longer
the actor refused to draw out the interview any further
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Recent Examples of draws out
His life as an activist draws out some of his sharpest memories.
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Janine Rubenstein,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Her welcoming manner draws out from the audience the different ways sand behaves both like a solid and like a liquid.
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Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Cooking scallions low and slow draws out their aroma, which infuses the oil that becomes part of the sauce for this dish.
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The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
Taffer’s Browned Butter Bourbon is made through a process that draws out the bourbon’s natural toffee and vanilla notes, bringing rich flavor and a smooth summer twist to seasonal cocktails and punches.
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Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
His star power helps draw viewers into an increasingly strange story, and the increasingly strange story draws out the power of his go-for-broke charms.
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Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
Using a dehumidifier draws out the excess moisture in the air, replacing it with dryer air that feels more comfortable.
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Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
This draws out excess moisture and can make for a more concentrated flavor.
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Martha Stewart,
15 May 2026
Jones also draws out terrific performances from Maxine Peake as Dottie, John’s friend’s mom who becomes his ardent supporter and even invites him to move into the family home, and Shirley Henderson as his icy, stern mother unversed on how to embrace her son.
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Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2026
Janine Rubenstein,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Her welcoming manner draws out from the audience the different ways sand behaves both like a solid and like a liquid.
—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Cooking scallions low and slow draws out their aroma, which infuses the oil that becomes part of the sauce for this dish.
—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
Taffer’s Browned Butter Bourbon is made through a process that draws out the bourbon’s natural toffee and vanilla notes, bringing rich flavor and a smooth summer twist to seasonal cocktails and punches.
—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
His star power helps draw viewers into an increasingly strange story, and the increasingly strange story draws out the power of his go-for-broke charms.
—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
Using a dehumidifier draws out the excess moisture in the air, replacing it with dryer air that feels more comfortable.
—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
This draws out excess moisture and can make for a more concentrated flavor.
—
Martha Stewart,
15 May 2026
Jones also draws out terrific performances from Maxine Peake as Dottie, John’s friend’s mom who becomes his ardent supporter and even invites him to move into the family home, and Shirley Henderson as his icy, stern mother unversed on how to embrace her son.
—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draws out
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It’s made of soft pebbled leather with a fabric lining, and the adjustable strap lengthens to 22 inches to get the best fit.
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Francisco Alvarez’s return lengthens the lineup.
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Tuesday’s ruling declares the case a class action and extends the order nationwide.
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Leadership extends far beyond an intellectual and emotional endeavor.
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During pregnancy, iron demand increases to support both the baby and placenta, while postpartum recovery can further lower ferritin due to blood loss.
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Beginning a section of rules with a short explanation about the rule’s purpose makes a more positive statement to the community, and hopefully increases community compliance and cooperation.
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Los Angeles stretches its NL West lead to 11 games and maintains MLB’s best record as Ohtani’s star power turns Sacramento’s nominal home crowd into a roaring Dodgers road show.
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The entire design grew around the Ficus Nitida, which stretches from the main deck through an oval void of approximately 172 square feet to the upper deck.
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“Draws out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draws%20out. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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