Draw out

verb

To make something last longer.

The teacher drew out the lesson to fill the entire hour.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to make something last longer

Often appears as...

  • draw out the meeting
  • draw out the process
verb

To pull or drag out from a space.

She drew out a book from her bag.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to pull or drag out from a space

Often appears as...

  • draw out a knife
  • draw out a document
verb

To take money from a bank account.

He drew out some money to pay for the groceries.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to take money from a bank account

Often appears as...

  • draw out cash
  • draw out funds
verb

To encourage someone to express their feelings or thoughts more openly.

The counselor was able to draw out the child and get him to talk about his fears.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to encourage someone to express their feelings or thoughts more openly

Often appears as...

  • draw out emotions
  • draw out thoughts

Usage tips

Approving

verb

To make something last longer.

The teacher drew out the lesson to fill the entire hour.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to make something last longer

Often appears as...

  • draw out the meeting
  • draw out the process
verb

To pull or drag out from a space.

She drew out a book from her bag.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to pull or drag out from a space

Often appears as...

  • draw out a knife
  • draw out a document
verb

To take money from a bank account.

He drew out some money to pay for the groceries.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to take money from a bank account

Often appears as...

  • draw out cash
  • draw out funds
verb

To encourage someone to express their feelings or thoughts more openly.

The counselor was able to draw out the child and get him to talk about his fears.
Visual representation of "draw out" - to encourage someone to express their feelings or thoughts more openly

Often appears as...

  • draw out emotions
  • draw out thoughts

Usage tips

Approving

Definition 1 of 4
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Intentional Delay

Indicates deliberate action to extend time, often to achieve a specific purpose or to emphasize something.

Illustration for Intentional Delay
The director drew out the suspense in the movie to keep viewers intrigued.
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Not Wasting Time

Not necessarily negative; it can mean making good use of available time rather than hurrying.

Illustration for Not Wasting Time
We should draw out this debate to ensure all perspectives are considered.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Intentional Delay

Indicates deliberate action to extend time, often to achieve a specific purpose or to emphasize something.

Illustration for Intentional Delay
The director drew out the suspense in the movie to keep viewers intrigued.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Not Wasting Time

Not necessarily negative; it can mean making good use of available time rather than hurrying.

Illustration for Not Wasting Time
We should draw out this debate to ensure all perspectives are considered.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Intentional Delay

Indicates deliberate action to extend time, often to achieve a specific purpose or to emphasize something.

Illustration for Intentional Delay
The director drew out the suspense in the movie to keep viewers intrigued.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Not Wasting Time

Not necessarily negative; it can mean making good use of available time rather than hurrying.

Illustration for Not Wasting Time
We should draw out this debate to ensure all perspectives are considered.
Visual representation of the word "Draw out"

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