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Meaning of draw in in English

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  1. Verb

    draw in

    Definitions

    1. remove as if by suction

    Examples

    • « draw in air »
  2. 2. pull inward or towards a center

    Examples

    • « The pilot drew in the landing gear »
    • « The cat retracted his claws »
  3. 3. direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

    Examples

    • « Her good looks attract the stares of many men »
    • « The ad pulled in many potential customers »
    • « This pianist pulls huge crowds »
    • « The store owner was happy that th »

    Antonyms

    • repel
    • drive
    • repulse
    • force back
    • push back
    • beat back
  4. 4. shape one's body into a curl

    Examples

    • « She curled farther down under the covers »
    • « She fell and drew in »
  5. 5. advance or converge on

    Examples

    • « The police were closing in on him »
  6. 6. move into (a station) of trains

    Examples

    • « The bullet train drew into Tokyo Station »

    Antonyms

    • pull out
    • get out
  7. 7. draw in as if by suction

    Examples

    • « suck in your cheeks and stomach »

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