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 retracts
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
If a parent later withdraws permission, the app developer must be notified to disable access.
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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
If America now withdraws from its leadership role in diplomatic efforts to end the war, the bloodshed will only continue.
—Dmytro Razumkov, Time, 16 Sep. 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
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
If America now withdraws from its leadership role in diplomatic efforts to end the war, the bloodshed will only continue.
—Dmytro Razumkov, Time, 16 Sep. 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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On this occasion, Joao Pedro retreats into midfield dragging his marker, Forest centre-back Morato, out of position to track him.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Wilks retreats to the front of his vehicle before briefly emerging and the officer then lets off a second round of gunfire.—
Drake Bentley,
jsonline.com,
13 Oct. 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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Breast reduction — one of the most common cosmetic procedures for men — removes glandular tissue and contours the chest for a more masculine shape.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement The tear-down of the East Wing removes offices used by the First Lady’s staff, the events team that handles events, and the military office, as well as a key entrance where the public arrives for tours and receptions.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The day will one day come when Mahomes retires from the NFL, although that won’t be anytime soon.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
21 Oct. 2025
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O’Brien officially retires as artistic director.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
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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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This sleek propane fire pit pulls double duty as a stylish table for evening chats, s’mores nights, or crisp morning coffees.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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Once the pup is close enough, the officer reaches out and pulls him from underneath the train.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Players take on the role of Enzo Favaro, a miner who survives a tunnel collapse and flees the pit after insubordinately attacking a cruel underboss.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Blazy gives Odhiang a deep hug, jogs around the runway, and flees toward the exit, smiling.—
Nathan Heller,
Vogue,
14 Oct. 2025
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Cuomo denies Bennett’s allegations.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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Prince Andrew denies Virginia Giuffre relationship In 2011, Andrew quit his role as Britain's roving trade ambassador, partly because of his friendship with Epstein.—
Michael Holden,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Withdraws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withdraws. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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