1
as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
he drew up his horse outside the tavern
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2
as in to classify
to put into a particular arrangement
drew up the troops into a line along the ridge
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3
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
Local architect Ulrich Plaut drew up the plans, and Anne oversaw the home’s completion in collaboration with interior designer Amir Farr.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 June 2025
Whether legislators draw up new legislation regarding the sale and use of THC remains to be seen.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
Alex Hannum, the Hawks coach who had to put himself into the game because of his team’s foul trouble, drew up a wild play in a desperate attempt to force a third OT.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Architects had drawn up plans and construction was about to begin when an inspection found asbestos in the building, according to YoloCares CEO Craig Dresang.
—Jack Rodriquez-Vars, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 June 2025
Whether legislators draw up new legislation regarding the sale and use of THC remains to be seen.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
Alex Hannum, the Hawks coach who had to put himself into the game because of his team’s foul trouble, drew up a wild play in a desperate attempt to force a third OT.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Architects had drawn up plans and construction was about to begin when an inspection found asbestos in the building, according to YoloCares CEO Craig Dresang.
—Jack Rodriquez-Vars, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw up
Verb
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The toddler stopped crying about 15 minutes after she had been put down for a nap.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Dispatchers told the man to stop at a nearby gas station.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 July 2025
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The information, classified as secret, pertained to military targets and Russian military capabilities, according to the plea agreement.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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While their exact design and capabilities are classified, Keyhole satellites are believed to provide the sharpest images of any spy satellite in orbit.—
Robert Pearlman,
ArsTechnica,
11 July 2025
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Whole spelt berries work well in breakfast cereal, soups, or side dishes, and can be prepared like rice or risotto.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Researchers have used different types of strawberries prepared in different ways to assess their blood pressure benefits.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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In an unsigned order on Monday, the top court temporarily lifted a lower court ruling from May that indefinitely paused the layoffs and reinstated those who were let go, while also halting President Donald Trump’s Executive Order from March which called for the department to be closed down.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Due to the storm damage, the city of Plainfield said that its city pools and parks are closed on Tuesday for inspection and safety assessment, while services at the Plainfield Senior Center are halted.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Horowitz spent decades arranging for Sondheim’s archives to come to the Library of Congress.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
13 July 2025
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The controversy comes at a time the United States is trying to arrange a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Natural gas is almost entirely composed of methane, a greenhouse gas that's far more potent than carbon dioxide.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
8 July 2025
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Last December, a task force co-led by Rashid and composed of Pritzker administration officials, educators and other lawmakers compiled a report detailing some of the risks presented by AI.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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The goal of catching medical issues early is part of the clinic’s founding ethos.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
10 July 2025
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Not just for her, but for everyone caught in the middle of this.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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After testing a variety of bags, here are the best options to keep your gear safe and organized for every trip.—
Will Porter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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Other producers organized these tastings as well; Napa Valley, if anyone doubted, was a source for world class wines.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Draw up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20up. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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