WITHDRAW (FROM) Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

withdraw (from)

verb

Definition of withdraw (from)

as in to retreat (from)

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However, the abduction goes wrong, and Jeong-yo is shot in his attempt to escape.

— Kayti Burt, Time, 6 Oct. 2026
The Fasano Trancoso is an idyllic getaway for those looking to escape the madding crowds.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

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When the Commerce Department cut off sea grants for Maine’s flagship university, Collins called Secretary Howard Lutnick to save them.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 6 Oct. 2026
But the President has not yet followed through on such an action, which would cut off global supplies from the world’s largest diesel exporter and likely worsen shortages around the world.

— Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 6 Oct. 2026

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withdrawing

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