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as in pulled
to cause to follow by applying steady force on
draw a chair up to the fire and sit with us
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as in described
to give a representation or account of in words
a writer who draws characters with lifelike clarity
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as in earned
to receive as return for effort
draws a hefty weekly salary
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as in removed
to take away from a place or position
draw her aside so we can ask a quick question
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as in cleaned
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 pounded
to shape with a hammer
drew the metal into a thin sheet by pounding it
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Recent Examples of drew
The party had been promoted across social media and drew a large crowd of mostly young adults from around the Oklahoma City area to a picnic pavilion beside the lake.
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Hannah Schoenbaum, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Maxey drew attention, made the right reads and helped the 76ers take advantage of the 4-on-3 opportunities that came when the Knicks blitzed him.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 May 2026
That’s the trait that most drew the Rams to Trost.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 6 May 2026
The post quickly drew a wave of reactions online, with some users poking fun at both the situation and Jones’ outfit.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
The officer drew his gun and fired five times at Allen, who fell to the ground and was restrained by law enforcement, according to the filing.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Her page drew more than a million views within the first three days, with several items selling out.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
But that business drew scrutiny after state reports of 31 sloth deaths in its warehouse facility came to light.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
In a 6-3 ruling, the court struck down a Louisiana map that drew a new Black-majority district.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Hannah Schoenbaum, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Maxey drew attention, made the right reads and helped the 76ers take advantage of the 4-on-3 opportunities that came when the Knicks blitzed him.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 May 2026
That’s the trait that most drew the Rams to Trost.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 6 May 2026
The post quickly drew a wave of reactions online, with some users poking fun at both the situation and Jones’ outfit.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
The officer drew his gun and fired five times at Allen, who fell to the ground and was restrained by law enforcement, according to the filing.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Her page drew more than a million views within the first three days, with several items selling out.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
But that business drew scrutiny after state reports of 31 sloth deaths in its warehouse facility came to light.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
In a 6-3 ruling, the court struck down a Louisiana map that drew a new Black-majority district.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drew
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The ones who only pictured success — without planning for the obstacles ahead — actually studied less and performed worse.—
Terry Ward,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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Trump is pictured in a golden inflatable chair with other members of his Cabinet in the AI image posted May 1.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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When agents approached, Marx ran, then pulled a handgun from his waistband while fleeing, according to a federal affidavit reviewed by Fox News Digital.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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The loose, stretchy fit is comfortable enough for all-day sightseeing yet still looks pulled together for dinner reservations.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2026
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South Africa's health department had said around 150 tourists were on board at the time of the outbreak, while online tour operators said the Hondius — described as a specialist polar cruise ship — usually travels with around 70 crew members.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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His name shot to the national stage when McBath described his case during a congressional hearing with then-Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem at the beginning of March.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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On defense, cornerback Osiris Gilbert broke up multiple passes and had a few hard hits, linebacker Samuel Omosigho earned a sack, and linebacker Malaki Soliai-Tui forced a fumble.—
Sean Campbell,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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Oihane earned the assist on the goal.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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IndyCar removed a Freedom 250 Grand Prix T-shirt from the shopping section of its official website Wednesday in the wake of criticism that the product’s messaging was tone deaf and open to a racist interpretation.—
Curt Anderson,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Prior to this conversation, Carmy secretly removed his name from the restaurant's partnership agreement.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The Angels have been on a road trip all week but a team spokesman said Tuesday that the stand has been cleaned and will be reinspected ahead of a homestand that begins Friday against the New York Mets.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Hyundai, when detectives looked at it, appeared to have been recently cleaned, according to the court document.—
Dan Sullivan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
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Instead of just hitting the ground, the hail pounded the museum's collection of one‑of‑a‑kind planes and helicopters.—
Bo Evans,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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Instead, whole grains and foods are dissembled into molecules which, with the help of artificial colorings, flavorings and gluelike emulsifiers, are heated, pounded, shaped or extruded into any food a manufacturer can dream up.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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The dress, which was designed by Jonathan Anderson for Dior, could be seen sketched on paper in pinks and whites.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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Planners razed coconut plantations, sketched marina slips and golf courses, and ordained where tourists would sleep, eat, and jet ski.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Drew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drew. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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