English Phrasal Verbs
Commonly-used phrasal verbs.
Phrasal Verbs with DRAW
| Phrasal Verb | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Draw back | Move backwards; retreat | The burglar drew back when he saw the big dog. |
| Draw down | Reduce in number or amount | The US intends to draw down its forces considerably. |
| Draw down | Take money from a reserve or fund | We can draw down on the loan when necessary. |
| Draw even | Equalize in a competition or race | The two horses drew even at the finish line. |
| Draw in | Become dark earlier or be shorter | The days are drawing in as we approach Christmas. |
| Draw in/up | Arrive and stop | A taxi drew in and the famous couple stepped out. A police car drew up beside him and he was asked to show identification. |
| Draw into | Get involved in something | I didn’t want to get drawn into their argument. |
| Draw on | Inhale | He drew on his cigarette before continuing to speak. |
| Draw on/upon | Use knowledge and information for a specific purpose. | Amy drew upon her experience to prepare a lesson. |
| Draw out | Take money from your bank account | I need to draw out some money before we go to the market.” |
| Draw out | Make a shy person more willing to speak or participate. | The teacher managed to draw out the shy child. |
| Draw up | Prepare a document, list or plan | We must make sure the plans are properly drawn up. |
| Draw up | Move something closer | My father drew up a chair for the visitor. |
| Draw (oneself) up | Bring oneself into an erect position | Jack drew himself up when his name was called. |
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