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
Alys Beach: Alys’ 158 acres feature white houses, including villas and courtyard homes that draw on the architecture of islands like Bermuda and Antigua.
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Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
The result is a groundbreaking experience, opening March 12, that draws on more than 1,000 photographs from throughout rock history, 200 videos, 1,300 Rolling Stone covers, the music of more than 300 artists, and narration delivered by Kevin Bacon.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2025
Cornejo has been drawing on all of these experiences to envision what the next couple of years could look like.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
Since the Trump White House took control, TV networks and other mainstream outlets have continued to be a part of the pool, but the White House has increasingly drawn on right-wing media publications for such access.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
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Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
The result is a groundbreaking experience, opening March 12, that draws on more than 1,000 photographs from throughout rock history, 200 videos, 1,300 Rolling Stone covers, the music of more than 300 artists, and narration delivered by Kevin Bacon.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2025
Cornejo has been drawing on all of these experiences to envision what the next couple of years could look like.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
Since the Trump White House took control, TV networks and other mainstream outlets have continued to be a part of the pool, but the White House has increasingly drawn on right-wing media publications for such access.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw on
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Progress against the disease rebounded quickly after the disruptions caused by COVID-19, but recent reductions in development assistance for health pose a serious threat to sustaining this momentum.—
Peter Sands,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Having unwanted players still hanging around is no good for anyone, either, and the distraction caused by all the talk surrounding the ‘bomb squad’ last summer was not ideal for new head coach Enzo Maresca.—
Simon Johnson,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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As before, no new money is created when original savings are used up.—
Ann Rutledge,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Often called the holy grail of clean energy, nuclear fusion creates four times more energy per kilogram of fuel than traditional nuclear fission and 4 million times more than burning coal, with no greenhouse gasses or long-term radioactive waste.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
17 Mar. 2025
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Bannon came up with the amazing comeback to secure the submission win.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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With a full slate of college basketball games coming up on Saturday and Sunday, there has never been a better time to lock up this bonus.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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Paul Weiss has represented the NFL in major legal matters, including in the concussion litigation and in the Deflategate case brought by Tom Brady.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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An amendment to his proposal that was approved by the House Judiciary Committee earlier this month would allow the broad orders in some instances, such as in cases brought by multiple states if they're heard by a three-judge district court panel.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2025
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Locksley approached the former Bruin with an opportunity to compete for a starting role following the transfers of Billy Edwards (Wisconsin) and MJ Morris (Coastal Carolina).—
Michael Howes,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Mar. 2025
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Justice Brett Kavanaugh, meanwhile, asked how the court should approach a delegation of power to an independent agency, rather than to the president.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2025
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The state’s controversial system of budget caps has generated surpluses averaging $1.8 billion over the past seven years, a sum equal to 8% of the current General Fund.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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While the Rays celebrated the culmination of the deal last summer, Sternberg was still unsure a new stadium would generate enough revenue to make the team’s $700 million commitment to stadium construction worthwhile.—
John Romano,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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The episode closes with Pete, who has successfully found a watering hole for the horses.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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Germany has temporarily closed its embassy in South Sudan's capital Juba because of rising tensions that have brought the East African country to the verge of civil war, the German foreign ministry said on Saturday.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
22 Mar. 2025
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Korean Air recently unveiled a new logo and livery, prompting mixed reactions from the public.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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At the moment, none of the specific indicators look to be near levels that would prompt the committee to declare recession.—
Steve Liesman,
CNBC,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Draw on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20on. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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