1
as in retreating
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
the army was forced to withdraw from the line of battle
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2
as in retracting
to solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to)
withdrew the offer of surrender upon hearing the terms
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3
as in removing
to take away from a place or position
withdrew her hand from the table
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Recent Examples of withdrawing
While conventional wisdom had long been that consumers should build up a certain level of savings — six months' worth of living expenses, for example — those who study the accounts now consider saving to be a dynamic process of paying in, withdrawing, and then replenishing.
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Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
The military held a similar security strip from 1985 until 2000, before withdrawing after years of steady casualties, a toll that is accumulating once again.
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Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
Hezbollah has refused to halt its attacks unless Israel commits to withdrawing from Lebanon.
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Arkansas Online,
21 June 2026
Hezbollah has refused to halt attacks unless Israel commits to withdrawing.
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Aamer Madhani,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
The cameras had been slated for installation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but have been delayed due to technical issues and the state of Missouri withdrawing funding over privacy concerns.
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Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
21 June 2026
After battling through injury during Saturday's third round at the RBC Canadian Open, Brooks Koepka opted not to give it a go in the final round, ultimately withdrawing from the PGA Tour event on Sunday morning.
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Mark Harris,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
This is because Roth IRAs allow withdrawals of your contributions penalty-free (there are, however, stipulations for withdrawing earnings).
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Becca Stanek,
TheWeek,
12 June 2026
Trump has mused about withdrawing from it.
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ABC News,
12 June 2026
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
The military held a similar security strip from 1985 until 2000, before withdrawing after years of steady casualties, a toll that is accumulating once again.
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Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
Hezbollah has refused to halt its attacks unless Israel commits to withdrawing from Lebanon.
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Arkansas Online,
21 June 2026
Hezbollah has refused to halt attacks unless Israel commits to withdrawing.
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Aamer Madhani,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
The cameras had been slated for installation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but have been delayed due to technical issues and the state of Missouri withdrawing funding over privacy concerns.
—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
21 June 2026
After battling through injury during Saturday's third round at the RBC Canadian Open, Brooks Koepka opted not to give it a go in the final round, ultimately withdrawing from the PGA Tour event on Sunday morning.
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Mark Harris,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
This is because Roth IRAs allow withdrawals of your contributions penalty-free (there are, however, stipulations for withdrawing earnings).
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Becca Stanek,
TheWeek,
12 June 2026
Trump has mused about withdrawing from it.
—
ABC News,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withdrawing
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Rather than retreating into defensive shape after losing possession, teams are immediately attempting to recover the ball high up the pitch.
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Officials said the dog's owner attempted to use bear spray while retreating from the area but was unsuccessful.
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The remote control has mixed reviews, with this seemingly retracting from its otherwise glowing reviews.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said in a recall notice that the seat belts in certain Expedition and Lincoln vehicles may inadvertently lock, preventing the belt from retracting or extending.
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Regular care prevents yellowing by removing oils and buildup that dull fabrics over time.
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Bart Jansen Trump called the court removing restrictions on political spending a victory for Republicans and free speech.
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Two Latinos are running in this year’s election to replace Councilmember Curren Price, who is Black and retiring after serving the maximum three terms.
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Assistant County Administrator Bridgette Cobbins, who has worked for the Unified Government for three decades, is also retiring.
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Corbett, of Palatine, announced his independent candidacy days after renouncing the current state of the Republican Party and dropping his consulting business work with GOP contenders.
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The program calls for the recognition of Israel and renouncing armed struggle, effectively sidelining Hamas and other factions.
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But there’s no denying McIlroy was looking sleek with his Masters jacket, which was accompanied by a white shirt and green tie to match.
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Responsible leadership means proactively preparing the enterprise workforce for this imminent organizational down-sizing and structural workplace transition rather than denying its clear historical inevitability.
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In one significant policy shift, Lewis George campaigned on repealing former Metropolitan Police Department chief Pamela Smith’s executive order directing her officers to cooperate with federal immigration authorities for individuals not in police custody.
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Council members narrowly passed the ordinance repealing the ban by a 7-5 vote, with some voting against the measure as a form of protest.
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“Withdrawing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withdrawing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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