DRAWS ON Synonyms: 133 Similar and Opposite Words

draws on

verb

present tense third-person singular of draw on

as in causes

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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as in comes

to come near or nearer night draws on, so we should hurry home

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Recent Examples of draws on The book draws on the two authors’ longtime love for barbecue and grilling. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 19 May 2026 Consumers' loyalty no longer draws on just brand recognition. — Amelia Lucas,melissa Repko, CNBC, 7 June 2026 Her concept of gravity draws on both East and West, on karma and original sin. — Meghan O’Gieblyn, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026 After avoiding references to being trans in her early career, Petras draws on a sense of understanding and loss that is profoundly rooted in her experience. — Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 2 June 2026 His reasoning draws on a lesson from an earlier technological revolution. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 May 2026 Known for his high-energy, rapid-fire style, the comedian’s act draws on his experiences growing up Muslim in Texas, with material on family dynamics, dating disasters, cultural identity, and more. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 May 2026 This article draws on publicly available reporting, Meta statements, Oversight Board findings, and our own experience navigating Facebook’s enforcement and appeals processes. — Aditya Jadhav, Interesting Engineering, 23 June 2026 My own work draws on the teachings of organizations such as the European External Action Service, NATO StratCom Centre of Excellence, Bellingcat, Stanford Internet Observatory and other influential institutions. — Alona Karpinska, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

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In May, authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda declared outbreaks after lab tests detected the spread of Bundibugyo virus, which causes a type of Ebola disease.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 6 July 2026
The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.

— STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2026

Definition of causes

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Harry's decision comes amid ongoing discussions with the royal family to acquire an appropriate level of security for his family, including Meghan Markle and their two children, Princess Lilibet, 5, and Prince Archie, 7.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Gentle self-expression comes easily as the emotional Moon in your sign harmonizes with the vibrant Sun in your 5th House of Creativity and Play.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026

Definition of comes

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This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.

— Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Aside from the peeling of the waterproof coating, the reflecting pool has been plagued by an algae bloom, a persistent problem due to Washington’s high heat during the summer and the pool’s shallow depth, which creates an ideal biological incubator.

— Philip Wang, Time, 6 July 2026

Definition of creates

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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.

— Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.

— Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of brings

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Washington still approaches Africa country by country, while Africa is organizing itself as a continental market.

— Daniele Nyirandutiye, semafor.com, 6 July 2026
As the 16th anniversary of their July 13, 2010 nuptials approaches, the now-52-year-old Penelope Cruz tells People that even now, the mystery between the couple is alive and well.

— Alessandra De Tommasi, Vanity Fair, 5 July 2026

Definition of approaches

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Club healthcare names Cardinal Health , Johnson & Johnson and Eli Lilly all outperformed the market and are on pace for record closes in Friday’s session.

— Jeff Marks, CNBC, 26 June 2026
That improvement process is already well underway as rookie minicamp closes in and with organized team activities not far behind.

— Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026

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