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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 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
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026
In other words, the NCAA wanted more time to investigate, while Sorsby is essentially on the clock in terms of playing in 2026 or declaring for the NFL supplemental draft.
—Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Adam Thompson, CBS News, 18 May 2026
And Rodgers pushes the Steelers close to the postseason, but further from a position to draft the QB who will end this cycle in 2027.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 17 May 2026
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Noun
Some may result in strikeouts, as was the case when the Wolves traded a future first-round pick and a pick swap to acquire Rob Dillingham in the 2024 NBA draft.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026
In other words, the NCAA wanted more time to investigate, while Sorsby is essentially on the clock in terms of playing in 2026 or declaring for the NFL supplemental draft.
—Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Verb
In the offseason, the Ravens added defensive end Trey Hendrickson and drafted guard Vega Ioane.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 18 May 2026
And Rodgers pushes the Steelers close to the postseason, but further from a position to draft the QB who will end this cycle in 2027.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 17 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draft
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This difference may appear modest, but in space missions, where every kilogram launched into orbit is expensive, even small reductions can translate into extra payload capacity, lower launch costs, or more operational flexibility.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
17 May 2026
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Aimed at the defense market, the fuels could allow vehicles to fly farther while carrying heavier payloads.—
David Szondy
May 17,
New Atlas,
17 May 2026
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Khloé Kardashian celebrated the launch of her White Cheddar Khloud Popcorn with a sip of Starbucks.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Around 3pm, the judges took their first sips.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
15 May 2026
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The strongest winds are expected Saturday night through Sunday.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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An inspector can assess overall roof condition, age and visible storm damage, but a roofing specialist may be needed for a detailed hail or wind damage assessment.—
Ryan Brennan
May 15,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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Longoria had been recruited from Valencia as sporting director only six months previously and, despite being only 34 years old, he was installed as president in Eyraud’s place.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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T cells normally recognize other cells that have been infected by a virus or bacterium, or are otherwise abnormal, and either destroy them or recruit other parts of the immune system to do so.—
Amber Dance,
ArsTechnica,
17 May 2026
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Injuries, new player adaptation and recruitment focusing on technical players while the rest of the league prepared for a fight.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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The potential costs of not preparing adequately are eye-watering.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
17 May 2026
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Mitchell did not miss a shot in the quarter, draining all three of her 3-point tries as well as a step-back jumper.—
John Davis,
Daily News,
14 May 2026
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Even with so many suspects, Janet's brother, Francesco Caltieri, remembers hope draining away in his family's household.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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In a region where Malaysia’s fuel subsidies have exploded to $819 million a month, Japan’s game plan has become a burden—not an insurance policy or a strategic shield.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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The sandwich generation has been shouldering a heavy financial burden for far too long.—
Mary Moreland,
Fortune,
17 May 2026
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The tabletop lid comes with four drink holders, and the latch and lock closure keeps the contents secure.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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Even one drink of alcohol damages the immune system, lowering its ability to battle invaders within 20 minutes of consumption.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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“Draft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draft. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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