drags 1 of 2

verb

Definition of dragsnext
present tense third-person singular of drag
1
as in pulls
to cause to follow by applying steady force on the deliveryman dragged the barrels over against the wall

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2
as in lingers
to move or act slowly one of the climbers was beginning to drag

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3
as in crawls
to move slowly the play dragged and seemed to take forever to get to its predictable conclusion

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drags

2 of 2

noun

plural of drag
1
as in bores
someone or something boring that lecture was such a drag that half of the audience fell asleep

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2
as in streets
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel the main drag in town

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3
as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult the drag of stagnating wages on bringing the economy out of the recession

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as in sips
the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time took a deep drag of tequila before speaking his piece

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5
as in crabs
a person who spoils the pleasure of others the teenager was mortified to be seen in public with such drags—her parents

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6
as in clothes
clothing chosen as appropriate for a specific situation they attended the Renaissance fair in medieval drag

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drags
  1. pulls
  2. lingers
  3. obstacles
  4. pokes
  5. highways
  6. roads
  7. thoroughfares
  8. cynics
Verb
  • With cum still in his mouth, Lee pulls himself back up and kisses Allerton deeply before wiping away the remnants of semen running down his chin.
    David Opie, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
  • But of course, the Federation pulls her back in.
    Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of pulls
Verb
  • However, all generations experienced isolation during lockdown, and the sense of social anxiety lingers.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As much time as the audience spends on the main characters’ dialogue, the camera also lingers on everything from the various settings of a rapidly expanding Macondo to the loaves of bread and soups in Úrsula’s kitchen.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of lingers
Noun
  • Levitt emphasizes the importance of innovation in overcoming obstacles.
    Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • But the road from there was filled with more speeding obstacles than the Autobahn.
    Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of obstacles
Verb
  • Loose threads that fly about vigorously in the wind decorate almost every garment, the inside lining often pokes out in random places, and cutoff sleeves are repositioned as dress pockets.
    Denni Hu, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Ellen pokes her head out from behind a door as her friends grow impatient.
    Scottie Andrew, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024
Definition of pokes
Noun
  • In preparation for the Games, Leavitt said, Utah invested in infrastructure improvements, including light rail and major highways, creating lasting benefits for both residents and visitors.
    Chris DiLella, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Additionally, malls are typically well-located near major intersections, highways and public transportation, providing convenience to future residents.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of highways
Noun
  • While this burly Ford was no sports car, body roll was nicely planted for its stature on twisty Malibu canyon roads.
    Peter Nelson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Several roads were closed and shelters were open for those affected by the blaze.
    Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of roads
Noun
  • Use of the technology could help cut down on the crowds of people who hover near gates, creating confusion and congestion and at times blocking concourse thoroughfares.
    Alexandra Skores, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Our survey findings have policy implications for the RTA’s newest effort to build ridership, by setting aside traffic lanes on thoroughfares or other roadways for buses.
    Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of thoroughfares
Noun
  • Until then, the industry must live with cynics carping from the sidelines.
    Ni Tao, Interesting Engineering, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Did the Megalopolis cynics show up last night?
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of cynics
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drags

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