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an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
the army's orderly withdrawal from the city turned into a rout as the enemy's shock troops surged forward
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Recent Examples of withdrawals
Another risk comes from early withdrawals.
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Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
The boycott led to enough withdrawals that PEN’s Jean Stein Award went unawarded for two years and the prize money was instead donated to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
In addition, the lawsuit claims that Mehta made large cash withdrawals from the nonprofit that were not accounted for.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 6 Jan. 2026
Sylvain then made four withdrawals totaling $1,620, the warrant says.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
However, withdrawals for non-qualifying expenses are subject to income tax and a 10% penalty.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
These recent withdrawals come after jazz artist Chuck Redd canceled his annual Christmas Eve concert, which has been held at the Kennedy Center for nearly two decades.
—Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Dec. 2025
Roth IRAs are funded with after-tax money, but withdrawals are tax-free.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
Roughly a third of these 170 coin terminals are now closed to both penny deposits as well as penny withdrawals.
—Ken Sweet, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
The boycott led to enough withdrawals that PEN’s Jean Stein Award went unawarded for two years and the prize money was instead donated to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
In addition, the lawsuit claims that Mehta made large cash withdrawals from the nonprofit that were not accounted for.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 6 Jan. 2026
Sylvain then made four withdrawals totaling $1,620, the warrant says.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
However, withdrawals for non-qualifying expenses are subject to income tax and a 10% penalty.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
These recent withdrawals come after jazz artist Chuck Redd canceled his annual Christmas Eve concert, which has been held at the Kennedy Center for nearly two decades.
—Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Dec. 2025
Roth IRAs are funded with after-tax money, but withdrawals are tax-free.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
Roughly a third of these 170 coin terminals are now closed to both penny deposits as well as penny withdrawals.
—Ken Sweet, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withdrawals
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Because of retirements and bids for higher office, there will be new legislators in several key positions in the Iowa House and Senate when lawmakers gavel in for the start of the legislative session.—
Stephen Gruber-Miller,
Des Moines Register,
12 Jan. 2026
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Stephen Miran’s term as governor ends in January, and there has been chatter about potential retirements, particularly Vice Chair Philip Jefferson.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
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In Southern California, Ojai is a serene haven of spiritual retreats, boutique shopping, and lush orange groves.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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These natural springs can be enjoyed at traditional properties like Fujiya Ryokan or at modern retreats such as Amanemu, where guests have access to spa onsens and private onsen baths in every suite and villa.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Withdrawals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withdrawals. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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