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as in loads
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 recruits
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 prepares
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 drains
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 drafts
Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
After a Mass Save energy assessment, her home was insulated, drafts sealed, and her heating system upgraded.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
The bottom line is that instant grades on drafts is folly.
—Greg Cote
april 26, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
The Broncos have only gone through two previous drafts — 1986 and 1995 — without picking in the first round or second round.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
Morgan, in keeping with tradition, has made at least one second-round trade in each of his first three drafts.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2026
Both Downs’ father (Gary) and brother (Josh) were drafted in the third round of their respective drafts.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Fans have the same knowledge given the world of social media and how reports, mock drafts and expert analysis shape their understanding of how front offices think during this exciting time of the football season.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Several recent mock drafts have Kansas City using at least one of its first-rounders on a tackle.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2026
Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
One agent drafts the itinerary, another compares Orlando to the Keys, and a third pulls up kid-friendly activities, all at the same time.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The big question is whether Miami drafts a quarterback in the first three rounds.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The team that drafts him will be betting on development, not immediate return.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
If Miami drafts correctly, something that was a dark stain of the last regime’s tenure, and hits on late free agent additions such as Rasul Douglas in 2025, the Dolphins might be better than previously thought.
—Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
The complete teardown makes the most sense and will expedite the rebuild if Miami drafts well.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Earlier this week, 43 education advocacy groups called on lawmakers to extend mayoral control by only two years and strip the mayor of his majority appointments to the panel, while a commission drafts a proposal for a new form of school governance.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 29 Jan. 2026
Plano drafts broad deal Plano submitted a proposal to DART in November and outlined a potential agreement in more detail in January, according to documents obtained by The Dallas Morning News.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
In the past two drafts, Ohio State has had 25 players picked, tied for the most in a two-year span.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
After a Mass Save energy assessment, her home was insulated, drafts sealed, and her heating system upgraded.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
The bottom line is that instant grades on drafts is folly.
—Greg Cote
april 26, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
The Broncos have only gone through two previous drafts — 1986 and 1995 — without picking in the first round or second round.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
Morgan, in keeping with tradition, has made at least one second-round trade in each of his first three drafts.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2026
Both Downs’ father (Gary) and brother (Josh) were drafted in the third round of their respective drafts.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Fans have the same knowledge given the world of social media and how reports, mock drafts and expert analysis shape their understanding of how front offices think during this exciting time of the football season.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Several recent mock drafts have Kansas City using at least one of its first-rounders on a tackle.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
Brian Schottenheimer drafts another Florida Gator For the second draft in as many years as head coach of the Cowboys, Brian Schottenheimer -- a University of Florida graduate -- has taken a Gator off the board.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
One agent drafts the itinerary, another compares Orlando to the Keys, and a third pulls up kid-friendly activities, all at the same time.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The big question is whether Miami drafts a quarterback in the first three rounds.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The team that drafts him will be betting on development, not immediate return.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
If Miami drafts correctly, something that was a dark stain of the last regime’s tenure, and hits on late free agent additions such as Rasul Douglas in 2025, the Dolphins might be better than previously thought.
—Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
The complete teardown makes the most sense and will expedite the rebuild if Miami drafts well.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Earlier this week, 43 education advocacy groups called on lawmakers to extend mayoral control by only two years and strip the mayor of his majority appointments to the panel, while a commission drafts a proposal for a new form of school governance.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 29 Jan. 2026
Plano drafts broad deal Plano submitted a proposal to DART in November and outlined a potential agreement in more detail in January, according to documents obtained by The Dallas Morning News.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drafts
Noun
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Engineers can simulate movements, loads, and environmental conditions before real deployment.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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However, there are moments of reprieve between loads of clothes, sheets, and towels.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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For entertaining, consider this set with a sofa, two chairs, and a coffee table large enough for serving small dishes and drinks.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pair it with palazzo jeans for a ’70s vibe that is perfect when the plans call for dinner and drinks.—
Ángela Belda,
Glamour,
26 Apr. 2026
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The risk level for tornadoes is low and the risk for hail and strong winds is medium, forecasters said.—
Remington Miller,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2026
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Monday’s weather features plenty of sun, light winds and some heat.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Following an unsuccessful suicide attempt, Creasy’s best friend Paul Rayburn (Bobby Cannavale) recruits him to join him in Brazil and help lead an anti-terrorist operation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Marine recruits jog at Parris Island on Thursday.—
Betsy Badell,
NBC news,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After the bell, Apple reports as CEO Tim Cook prepares to step down .—
Alexa LoMonaco,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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The incident comes as Washington prepares for the high-profile visit, with streets around the National Mall adorned with Union Jack.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This idea of reasonableness is easily caricatured as moral timidity or a bloodless neutrality that drains politics of passion.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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That’s why a fine textured soil, like clay, drains more poorly than does a coarse, sandy soil.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The problems have delayed the launch of several payloads for the US Space Force.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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Both variants of the vessel are designed for long endurance missions of up to 8,000 nautical miles (about 9,200 miles or 14,800 km) and can carry payloads of up to 55,000 pounds (25 metric tons).—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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General admission includes unlimited tastes and sips from all vendors, live music on multiple stages, two 360 photo booths and attended luxury trailer restrooms.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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In person, the audience sips cocktails and witnesses top-notch side acts that cleanse the palate between improv blocks, with a mix of nationally touring stand-up, mimes, musicians and more.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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