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as in to pump
to remove (liquid) gradually or completely
we drained the water from the tank before cleaning it
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2
as in to spend
to make complete use of
virtually drained the country's natural resources
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as in to kill
to use up all the physical energy of
the long hike drained us
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Recent Examples of drain
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Chirping at opposing fans after draining 3-pointers?
—Jay King, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
The floor features an inset bamboo drain panel, and the ceiling a rainfall shower head in the overhead light.
—New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Opening his account appeared to drain most of his tension as away supporters sang his name and team-mates pushed him to the front to celebrate with them.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Chirping at opposing fans after draining 3-pointers?
—Jay King, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
Alongside the road are large ditches several feet deep where sewer drains are located.
—Alecia Taylor, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
The floor features an inset bamboo drain panel, and the ceiling a rainfall shower head in the overhead light.
—New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drain
Verb
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A lot of hard work, a lot of great teammates pumping me up.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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To get the fans pumped before park gates open people may be planning tailgating parties.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The president spent his weekend golfing in Jupiter, Fla.—
Cate Martel,
The Hill,
7 Apr. 2025
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Massey spent the last seven years re-launching the company as president and CEO under Rob Stringer, chairman of Sony Music Group.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Rick kills one of the security men, as Chelsea is shot in the chest.—
Colleen Kratofil,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Then in the third period, once again killing a penalty with the Canadiens clinging to a 2-1 lead, and just after Sam Montembeault made a series of saves on Sean Couturier to maintain that lead, Suzuki added to it with the winning goal.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This option returns the pond to its full former glory including sluice gate repair, dredging the full pond area and recreational enhancements to include 5.7 acres of open water and two fishing platforms.—
Erik S. Hanley,
Journal Sentinel,
9 Dec. 2024
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In 2014, Kyrgyz and Tajik conscripts exchanged fire over a strategic sluice in Ak-Sai.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Aug. 2016
Noun
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This, in turn, reduces clumping during brewing, yielding less waste and the strong, consistent flow needed to produce a tasty cup of espresso.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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Spanish canals operated in a temperate climate and were managed by individual farmers who could maintain or increase their water flow.—
Ari Caramanica,
The Conversation,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Although Lee bogeyed the 16th after hitting into the water, the Australian was able to finish with two pars and maintain his one-shot lead, tapping home from close range on the final hole to seal his debut PGA Tour victory.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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Republicans could see narrowing the ability to access the credits as a way to tap a large pot of money to pay for an extension of President Trump's tax cuts.—
Daniel Moore,
Axios,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In the hospitality sector, large hotels consume significantly more energy due to extensive facilities like multiple restaurants, conference centers, and recreational areas, which drive higher energy usage and waste production.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Peppermint tea is one easy way to consume peppermint.—
Julie Marks Published,
Verywell Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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Our summer goal is to only wear styles that are breathable beyond belief.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Two of the rescuers who get out of the vehicles are wearing uniforms.—
Abeer Salman,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Drain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drain. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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