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noun

ˈdraft How to pronounce draft (audio)
Definition of draftnext
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as in payload
a mass or quantity of something taken up and carried, conveyed, or transported the draft of an average-sized oil tanker

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as in sip
the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time took a long draft of the beer before putting his mug down

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as in wind
noticeable movement of air in a particular direction do you feel a draft from beneath the door?

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draft

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verb

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as in to recruit
to pick especially for required military service my grandfather was drafted to fight in a war that he opposed

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as in to prepare
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form draft a letter to the local newspaper giving your views on the problem

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as in to drain
to remove (liquid) gradually or completely remember to draft the water from the pool so that we can close it up for the winter

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Recent Examples of draft
Noun
After being selected 30th overall in April’s draft, Cooper is expected to have a significant role in the Jets’ offense this season. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 3 Aug. 2026 These questions are arriving everywhere, in policy debates, pilot programs, and draft legislation, particularly at the state level. — Humayun Chaudhry, STAT, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
Sure, the Niners have plenty of depth — the team has drafted and signed many fine, NFL-caliber young players over the last few years. — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2026 Samuel spent six seasons with the 49ers and played in two Super Bowls after being drafted 36th overall in 2019 and developing into one of the most unique skill players in the NFL. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for draft
Recent Examples of Synonyms for draft
  1. payload
  2. sip
  3. wind
  4. recruit
  5. prepare
  6. drain
  7. burden
  8. drink
Noun
  • Operators moved the structure out of the Assembly Hall and lowered it into the pit with continuous positioning controls to manage the heavy payload safely.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
  • With a range of 2,040 nautical miles, a payload of 2,135 pounds, a top speed of 416 knots, and the ability to seat up to 10, the aircraft is suitable for all kinds of missions.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 July 2026
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  • And any drink needs a spot to rest in between sips, which is why a pretty side table is essential.
    — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026
  • Molly Sims enjoys some summertime sips of Santa Margherita Wines in the Hamptons on July 26.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
Definition of sip
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  • Strong winds were dying down Monday, raising hopes that the nearly 500 firefighters battling the blaze could manage to halt its advance.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Flights over the Nazca Lines departing from the nearby Maria Reiche Airport had been suspended on Friday due to winds exceeding 25 mph, which kicked up dust ⁠and ​reduced visibility.
    — Joe Kottke, NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of wind
Verb
  • Graves said recruiting and retaining officers remains one of the biggest challenges facing whoever takes over for her, along with continuing to embrace technology and modern policing.
    — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • North America, in particular, has huge potential for businesses such as Endra, with many engineers struggling to recruit enough staff to work in the same way as in the past.
    — David Prosser, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of recruit
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  • While the summer focuses on prepared foods, the Toupses also do holiday drop-offs during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even Valentine’s Day that provide ingredients for preparing festive meals at home.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The accident occurred while the plane was conducting a sightseeing flight and preparing to begin its ​return journey, according to police reports to local press.
    — Joe Kottke, NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • Freezing dormant coins, supporters argue, beats letting a future quantum thief drain them and dump them on the market.
    — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Position the Pit Fill a small pot with well-draining potting soil.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of drain
Noun
  • Lin and his team have shown that environmental cleanup and resource recovery can go hand in hand, reframing industrial brine from a toxic burden into an untapped mineral reservoir.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Critics during the state’s legislative session framed the sales tax holiday as an election-year political move that would not sufficiently ease the burden of taxes on families in the longer term.
    — Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
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  • Nonalcoholic drinks are given as much care as the spirited cocktails; try the lemon-lavender-ginger Root Chakra for a sophisticated alternative.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • Granada is open just six hours a day, 9am to 3pm, timed around the couple’s daughter’s school schedule, and on its busiest days serves up to 300 drinks.
    — Esha Chhabra, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of drink

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“Draft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draft. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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