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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Skin rashes, sudden allergies, hypersensitivity, and re-emerging latent viruses like the kind that cause mononucleosis and herpes are common among space crews.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2025
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These medications kill the bacteria that caused the infection.—
Sarah Hudgens,
Health,
27 Feb. 2025
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These actions have been saving lives and driving true culture change, creating a safer future for everyone.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2025
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But the accord between labor and management goes awry when Mao creates a mosque in the yard.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
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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That’s what the Dolphins are bringing aboard Wilson to be.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
11 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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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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Meanwhile, Hemsley—McGowan’s wife’s cousin—had launched a clothing company shortly after starting college at Utah State University in 2015 and approached McGowan as an investor.—
Simone Melvin,
Forbes,
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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Under all three scenarios presented for the Paschal pyramid, De Zavala would close and its students would go to E.M. Daggett Elementary School, which is a short walk from Daggett Middle School.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Feb. 2025
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Stocks were heading for a higher open after yesterday’s up-and-down trading saw the S & P 500 and Nasdaq close slightly higher and break their four-session losing streaks.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Justice Department moved to dismiss corruption charges against Adams, prompting the resignations of several prosecutors in New York and Washington, including Danielle Sassoon, the acting U.S. attorney in Manhattan, who accused the mayor and the Justice Department of negotiating a quid pro quo.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
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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