To produce an image of (someone or something) by making lines and marks on paper
“Thus, it is impossible to draw the above picture in one pencil stroke without retracing.”
To pull or drag along through the application of steady force
“Squat, bend at the knee, and draw the object close to you.”
To reach (a conclusion) by deduction or inference from a set of circumstances
“So Rushton's use of this data to draw the conclusions he reaches about hereditability is sound, in my opinion.”
To attract (someone) to come to a place or an event
“We create attractive websites that will draw visitors to your web pages.”
To remove from a particular place or position
“I will need to draw some money from the ATM to pay for these additional bills.”
To take or obtain (liquid or gas) from a source
“The top of the well was covered with a wooden slab, which left a hole to draw water from.”
To move somewhere in a slow and steady way
“My excitement grew as the train continued to draw closer to our destination.”
To receive in return for effort
“He would eventually begin to draw a generous income from his business endeavors.”
To remove the innards of
“If he replies to any effect, I will gibbet him in a pamphlet, and draw and quarter him.”
To pull (curtains) shut or open
“When it came to the end of the day, though, I was more than happy to draw the curtains and shut the day out.”
To take in (a breath)
“I veer into the middle lane again, car swerving wildly, and draw a second deep breath.”
To finish a game or contest on level terms
“The team would draw with their opponents at the siren.”
Places of interest for tourists or visitors
Plural for a game or contest that ends with the score even
“The team ended their campaign with five wins and a draw from their six matches.”
Plural for a person or thing that is very attractive or interesting
“All of these hallmarks of the American dream are a powerful draw.”
Plural for a game or contest where the winners are selected randomly
“The winner will be the first entry selected after the draw closes at midnight.”
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