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
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.
—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
His breakdown moment with Lane’s Willy, whose explosive temper is finally subdued by his son’s desperate need to be seen, draws out all the tragic heartbreak of a classic that has been liberated from the customary domestic trappings only to be made more intimate.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 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
Fierce in expression but controlled in form, the 1959 LP draws out a rootsy warmth from beneath the bebop that had consumed bandstands since World War II, forging a sound that feels at once confrontational, mischievous, and generous.
—Daniel Felsenthal, Pitchfork, 4 Apr. 2026
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
His breakdown moment with Lane’s Willy, whose explosive temper is finally subdued by his son’s desperate need to be seen, draws out all the tragic heartbreak of a classic that has been liberated from the customary domestic trappings only to be made more intimate.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 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
Fierce in expression but controlled in form, the 1959 LP draws out a rootsy warmth from beneath the bebop that had consumed bandstands since World War II, forging a sound that feels at once confrontational, mischievous, and generous.
—Daniel Felsenthal, Pitchfork, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draws out
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When the cycle lengthens, growth is a tax on the balance sheet rather than a contribution.—
Ali Aydan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Storing in the refrigerator lengthens that time to six to eight months.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
Verb
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As per previous editions, organizers will also promote Homo Faber in Città, the initiative that extends the experience with activations across Venice, including involving little artisanal workshops exceptionally opening their doors to visitors for the occasion.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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The table-setter who extends innings and puts pressure on the defense.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
Verb
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That ability moves towards leveling the playing field between businesses of different sizes, increases efficiency for all firms, and super charges competition to the benefit of consumers.—
Jessica Melugin,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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However, higher tick and pest activity during warmer weather increases your dog or cat’s risk of contact.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The Blue Ridge Parkway is nearly 500 miles of a scenic, mountainous road that stretches from Virginia to North Carolina.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Candice and Timothy show Brittany how ‘church hurt’ stretches out from the pulpit and into cultural norms around gender, sexuality, acceptance.—
Brittany Luse,
NPR,
9 June 2026
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