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as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill he drew up his horse outside the tavern
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as in to classify
to put into a particular arrangement drew up the troops into a line along the ridge
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as in to prepare
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form draw up a proposal and submit it to the committee for approval
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Recent Examples of draw up DeSantis vetoed the map originally approved by the Legislature and forced lawmakers back in special session to approve a map drawn up by his staff that eliminated a congressional district with a majority of Black residents. —
Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026 Ask someone with imagination to draw up a workforce housing model. —Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026 Saiyub's mother even drew up a chair. —Diaa Hadid, NPR, 10 Apr. 2026 In the 1980s, the area was eyed as a potential world headquarters for Apple and, in the 1990s, Cisco drew up a similar proposal. —Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for draw up
Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026 Ask someone with imagination to draw up a workforce housing model. —Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026 Saiyub's mother even drew up a chair. —Diaa Hadid, NPR, 10 Apr. 2026 In the 1980s, the area was eyed as a potential world headquarters for Apple and, in the 1990s, Cisco drew up a similar proposal. —Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for draw up
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On the mound for Monday’s 2-0 win, pitch count was the only thing that could stop Toma.— Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
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If nerves come up, that’s part of the process, not a reason to stop.— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Named in honor of NASA astronaut John Glenn, the first American to orbit Earth, New Glenn is a powerful two-stage rocket manufactured by Blue Origin classified as a heavy-lift launch vehicle.— Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
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The NightFlight Expedition and Mission Bermuda attractions are not classified as roller coasters by Roller Coaster Database.— Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
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Pack your phone, wallet, keys, and other essentials, like a glasses case and lip gloss, and prepare to head out for a date night or brunch with friends.— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
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That’s a gentle way of saying that those institutions must be prepared, at times, to coerce.— Nikhil Krishnan, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
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Filming had been halted briefly in the fallout from domestic violence allegations involving cast member Taylor Frankie Paul, who will not be charged following recent claims by her ex, Dakota Mortensen.— Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
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Hungary and Slovakia have been locked in a feud with Ukraine since Russian oil deliveries to the two EU countries were halted in January after a pipeline was damaged.— Lorne Cook, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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According to court documents, transport for the embryo is being arranged for early May.— Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
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Jones also irritated House leaders by ignoring a plan to continue using Georgia's voting machines for one more year until replacements can be arranged, creating the possibility of a dicey election-season special session.— CBS News, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Despite its unconventional layout, the bike remains remarkably composed.— Eric Hendrikx, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
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The Earth Colors program is developed using dyes composed of 90–100 percent organic material.— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Rushing declined to say exactly what the cameras caught him saying.— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Funny enough, the Mets’ eighth inning started with Soto getting caught stealing.— Will Sammon, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Hope United — a joint effort of the Los Angeles Mission and Hope the Mission — is helping organize the event, which will feature music, giveaways and multiple volunteer shifts.— City News Service, Daily News, 18 Apr. 2026
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Keep your busy life organized with Cozyla, a smart touchscreen hub designed for the whole family to bring together schedules, routines, chores and meal plans into one easy-to-use display.— Tory Johnson, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
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“Draw up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/draw%20up. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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