1
as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the general's imprudent remarks drew on a public rebuke by the secretary of defense
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2
as in to come
to come near or nearer
night draws on, so we should hurry home
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Recent Examples of draw on
Trump’s vision stems from the right-wing anticommunist movements of the 1950s, which pitted the West against its enemies, drew on religious motifs, and harbored a suspicion of American liberalism as too soft, too postnational, and too secular to protect the country.
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Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Colorado’s new regulations will draw on expert knowledge and community input to protect people’s health.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
The company is known for developing original concepts and drawing on intellectual properties from its extensive library to create fresh and far-reaching narratives.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
Another scientific investigation drawing on the same participant group as Ogino’s study found that eating one or more servings per week of yogurt compared with no yogurt consumption was connected to a lower incidence of proximal colon cancer.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Feb. 2025
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Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Colorado’s new regulations will draw on expert knowledge and community input to protect people’s health.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
The company is known for developing original concepts and drawing on intellectual properties from its extensive library to create fresh and far-reaching narratives.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
Another scientific investigation drawing on the same participant group as Ogino’s study found that eating one or more servings per week of yogurt compared with no yogurt consumption was connected to a lower incidence of proximal colon cancer.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw on
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The worst thing that could ever happen to you is that you could be implicated in having caused someone to die.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
11 Mar. 2025
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In 2021, Caltech agreed to pay over $25,000 to the Department of the Interior to cover the costs of repairing damage caused by a faculty member and students who drilled into a rock face roughly three feet from a petroglyph.—
Nathan Solis,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2025
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The stunning natural scenery in the background paired with the sound of the breeze and local wildlife create a peaceful, natural ambience to keep on a second screen.—
Anusha Praturu,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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The Trump administration’s dismantling of federal agencies, led by Elon Musk, is beginning to create chaos for Western water supplies: California Rep. Mike Levin grilled an Army Corps lieutenant general about why the military dumped a bunch of water into the ground from two Central Valley dams.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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However, right around when Einstein came up with general relativity, scientists also developed the foundations of quantum mechanics.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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In Scotland, tartans are traditionally associated with different clans and families, though anyone can come up with their own tartan and register it with the Scottish government.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 Mar. 2025
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Joe Thuney brings significant upgrade to line March 5: The Bears haven’t had an offensive lineman named first-team All-Pro since 2006.—
Kevin Fishbain,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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That’s what the Dolphins are bringing aboard Wilson to be.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2025
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This panel will dive into the art of the cold read, providing actors with the tools to approach any audition with confidence, preparation, and authenticity.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 Mar. 2025
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European leaders, who near-universally backed Zelensky after the Oval Office showdown, have called for an immediate summit to discuss how to approach peace talks with Russia.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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While the event generated significant online discussion and participation from some consumer groups, the data suggests its impact on major corporations was muted.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Market Visibility: The forthcoming rebrand generates excitement among partners and prospective customers.—
Russell P. Reeder,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Governments, corporations and law enforcement must act decisively — closing legal loopholes, enforcing stronger regulations and fostering global cooperation — or risk ceding control of cyberspace to an unregulated shadow industry.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Skerry closed the film session by noting how soft opposing defenses played Delaware.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Mar. 2025
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In a new interview with WSJ Magazine, Isbell says the marriage’s dissolution — the couple filed for divorce in 2023 — wasn’t prompted by infidelity.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2025
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The institution’s inflation forecasts for 2024 have consistently fallen short, prompting the bank to shift from a gradual approach of rate cuts to a more decisive monetary policy.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Draw on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20on. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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