Pronunciation: /drɔː aʊt/
verb to cause something to extend from a particular point or area
A1 I need to draw out a map to show you how to get to the park.
A2 The teacher asked the students to draw out a plan for their science project.
B1 The detective tried to draw out information from the witness during the interrogation.
B2 The negotiator was skilled at drawing out the other party's true intentions during the meeting.
C1 The therapist was able to draw out deep-seated emotions during the counseling session.
C2 The journalist was skilled at drawing out sensitive information from sources for their investigative report.
adverb in a way that extends or stretches out
A1 She tried to draw out the answer from the shy student.
A2 The teacher used a diagram to draw out the main points of the lesson.
B1 The therapist was able to draw out the patient's feelings during the session.
B2 The detective used clever questioning to draw out the suspect's confession.
C1 The negotiator was skilled at drawing out information from the opposing party.
C2 The journalist was able to draw out the truth from the reluctant witness.
formal The lawyer was able to draw out the key points of the witness's testimony during cross-examination.
informal I can't believe how long it takes for my mom to draw out a story when she's telling it.
slang Let's draw out our plans for the weekend over coffee tomorrow.
figurative The artist was able to draw out the emotions of the subject in their portrait.
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