1
as in retreats
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
the army was forced to withdraw from the line of battle
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2
as in renounces
to solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to)
withdrew the offer of surrender upon hearing the terms
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3
as in removes
to take away from a place or position
withdrew her hand from the table
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Recent Examples of withdraws
Musk withdraws the California suit in June, then files a federal suit in August.
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Nikita Ostrovsky, Time, 27 Oct. 2025
If a parent later withdraws permission, the app developer must be notified to disable access.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2025
The surgeon withdraws the balloon and then squeezes the implant in through a sterile funnel before closing the incision.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 15 Oct. 2025
An International Stabilization Force (ISF) is set to be deployed in Gaza once Israel withdraws, but key participating countries are already asking for clarity.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2025
When and if Israel withdraws fully remains unclear.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2025
No one wins when the West withdraws in this manner.
—Aviva Klompas, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Cabaret is cutting its Broadway run short as star Billy Porter withdraws from the production.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Innovation fades, and the team quietly withdraws.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Nikita Ostrovsky, Time, 27 Oct. 2025
If a parent later withdraws permission, the app developer must be notified to disable access.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2025
The surgeon withdraws the balloon and then squeezes the implant in through a sterile funnel before closing the incision.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 15 Oct. 2025
An International Stabilization Force (ISF) is set to be deployed in Gaza once Israel withdraws, but key participating countries are already asking for clarity.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2025
When and if Israel withdraws fully remains unclear.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2025
No one wins when the West withdraws in this manner.
—Aviva Klompas, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Cabaret is cutting its Broadway run short as star Billy Porter withdraws from the production.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Innovation fades, and the team quietly withdraws.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withdraws
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Brunson retreats and ultimately turns the ball over on a pass to Miles McBride.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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As Gustav aims to work his way back into their lives, Nora retreats into isolation as her mental health increasingly declines.—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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She’s also supported revising Japan’s pacifist constitution, particularly Article 9, which renounces war and bans military forces.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Other types of filters include activated carbon, which removes odors, chemicals, and harmful gases, and UV-C light filters, which can kill bacteria and viruses.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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In an overly dramatic transformation sequence, Robert’s boss removes the necklace and is bathed in light — only to wind up a few inches shorter and brunette.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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When Moon abruptly retires, the narrator goes to Korea to find him.—
Erin Somers,
The Atlantic,
6 Jan. 2026
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Officials are also working to hire a new human resources director to succeed Susan Brazeau, who retires in March.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Dec. 2025
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OpenAI researcher retracts announcement of math breakthrough.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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The black softop retracts and returns tightly into place with a lever mechanism on the console.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
28 Sep. 2025
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Tankaneo Long Trench Coat A long trench instantly pulls any outfit together, and this one does it with a fresh, fashion-forward edge.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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The cheese pulls everything together, giving it an extra salty and savory depth.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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Continue reading … OCEAN ESCAPE – Sanctioned tanker flees US forces, now under Russian naval escort off Irish coast.—
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FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Shane Stant clubs Kerrigan on the knee and flees the scene.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Despite the demand letter, Daou denies any allegations the family attempted to steal from the park.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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He is charged with felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery, but denies the allegations.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Withdraws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withdraws. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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