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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
That history made Drake the figure who drew the most attention from Jay at Roots Picnic.
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Jayson Buford, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
Raúl Castro was last seen at a May 1 rally that drew tens of thousands of Cubans.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
The plan drew immediate pushback.
—Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
The primary race drew a crowded field of talented Democrats.
—Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
An old photo of Doolan wearing a hijab for World Hijab Day drew significant criticism.
—Maven Navarro
june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
That drew Dobeš’ attention away from the traffic in the crease — and Miller, with plenty of space between himself and Danault, banked the puck off Staal’s skate back toward the Canadiens’ net.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Freshman catcher Delylah Rodriguez added two hits for Eagle Rock, and Julyssa Castellon and Joleen Cardoza drew two walks each.
—Justin Vigil Zuniga, Daily News, 28 May 2026
The video drew widespread condemnation and demands for prosecution in Hawaii, including from Maui's mayor.
—CBS News, 27 May 2026
Jayson Buford, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
Raúl Castro was last seen at a May 1 rally that drew tens of thousands of Cubans.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
The plan drew immediate pushback.
—Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
The primary race drew a crowded field of talented Democrats.
—Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
An old photo of Doolan wearing a hijab for World Hijab Day drew significant criticism.
—Maven Navarro
june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026
That drew Dobeš’ attention away from the traffic in the crease — and Miller, with plenty of space between himself and Danault, banked the puck off Staal’s skate back toward the Canadiens’ net.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Freshman catcher Delylah Rodriguez added two hits for Eagle Rock, and Julyssa Castellon and Joleen Cardoza drew two walks each.
—Justin Vigil Zuniga, Daily News, 28 May 2026
The video drew widespread condemnation and demands for prosecution in Hawaii, including from Maui's mayor.
—CBS News, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drew
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As the journey progresses, a male driver and his female companion (neither pictured on-screen) begin to discuss the Winkie.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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At the Thief Valley Reservoir, pictured in August 2024, fish that aren't caught by anglers are likely to be trapped in isolated pools and die by summer's end.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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Colorado pulled to 8-3 in the fifth on Tyler Freeman’s two-run homer, but the Angels answered again in the bottom half on Jo Adell’s RBI single for a 9-3 lead.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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The hood’s intake is mounted at the back, so smoke and fumes rising from the back burners get pulled straight up into it.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
3 June 2026
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Images released by Mexican authorities also appear to show ventilation infrastructure inside the tunnel, underscoring what officials described as a sophisticated operation.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Very little of Iran’s economy can accurately be described as belonging to the private sector.—
Bozorgmehr Sharafedin,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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This rapid breakthrough, combined with early reforms such as releasing political prisoners and allowing a freer press, earned him the Nobel Peace Prize.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Bianco earned a 1 percentage point increase, while Mahan and Porter lost 3 and 5 percentage points, respectively.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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The device was one of two that had been removed from the garage of an apartment in Santa Monica after they were discovered by a tenant in July.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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These reversible connections can break under stress to absorb energy and then reform once the stress is removed.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Before reopening, village staff collected multiple samples to check pool water quality, added chlorine to all pools, inspected all chemical distribution systems and the concession stand, and cleaned surfaces including guard stations, chairs, restrooms and locker rooms, the village said.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
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These items are handled constantly (often by multiple different people) yet rarely cleaned.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
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Haitian konpa music pounded as fans danced to the rhythm and children passed around soccer balls.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2026
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At least 14 people were killed today as the Israeli military pounded Tyre in southern Lebanon.—
Kyla Guilfoil,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Even so, his keynote speech Thursday at AI on the Lot sketched out a future of film that played well to an audience of converts but will likely raise hackles in other parts of the industry.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
28 May 2026
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While Costanza’s plans go awry, Keiper has sketched out an itinerary that includes archery, getting her violin restrung and road trips with her husband.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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“Drew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drew. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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