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
In December 2023, Congress passed a National Defense Authorization Act that aimed to block any president from unilaterally withdrawing from NATO without approval from the Senate or an act of Congress.
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Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
But administration officials may have had broader reasons for officially withdrawing the draft regulations.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Diddy is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
While Johnson was new to the interview cycle in 2023, he was considered red-hot in January before withdrawing from consideration by the Seahawks and Commanders.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 20 Dec. 2024
Slot quickly found a solution, withdrawing Quansah for Ibrahima Konate, and Liverpool cruised to a 2-0 win.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Combs is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Those at risk of experiencing excited delirium and suddenly dying are people withdrawing from or who are not complying with psychiatric medications, those withdrawing from alcohol abuse, and people experiencing acute manic episodes, among others.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
Boxer Angela Carini won her eighth Italian women's title Sunday, marking a comeback after withdrawing against a controversial opponent at the Paris Olympics.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
But administration officials may have had broader reasons for officially withdrawing the draft regulations.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Diddy is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
While Johnson was new to the interview cycle in 2023, he was considered red-hot in January before withdrawing from consideration by the Seahawks and Commanders.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 20 Dec. 2024
Slot quickly found a solution, withdrawing Quansah for Ibrahima Konate, and Liverpool cruised to a 2-0 win.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Combs is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Those at risk of experiencing excited delirium and suddenly dying are people withdrawing from or who are not complying with psychiatric medications, those withdrawing from alcohol abuse, and people experiencing acute manic episodes, among others.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
Boxer Angela Carini won her eighth Italian women's title Sunday, marking a comeback after withdrawing against a controversial opponent at the Paris Olympics.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withdrawing
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Three top concerns include elections and political turmoil that threaten progress, companies retreating or staying silent on DEI and ESG goals, and the rise of sustainability reporting that’s (temporarily) taking up companies’ time.—
Andrew Winston,
Harvard Business Review,
20 Dec. 2024
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Deporting millions of immigrants and retreating from global trade by implementing slogans like America First will not achieve these goals.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Start by removing the old hardware using a screwdriver, saving the screws if needed, and clean the surface to remove any residue.—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
Architectural Digest,
27 Dec. 2024
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The acids in toner can also act as chemical exfoliants, removing any extra dead skin cells or other debris that might build up.—
Amanda Svachula,
Health,
27 Dec. 2024
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Finally, accelerated demand led by corporate refugees is being met by a steady supply of businesses from retiring baby boomers.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Among them, Oakland, California, whose voters recalled Mayor Sheng Thao in November, will hold a special election on April 15 that could feature a retiring member of Congress.—
Geoffrey Skelley,
ABC News,
6 Jan. 2025
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After first denying the nonprofit’s request for more time, the state agency in January extended the timeline to allow for construction to complete in October 2026.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacramento Bee,
14 Mar. 2025
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According to Mike White logic, the greatest sin isn’t being a mess but wasting your energy in denying rather than dealing.—
Joe Joyce,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Withdrawing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withdrawing. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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