drafted

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The Metropolitan Police is anticipating one of its busiest days in recent years, and has drafted more than 4,000 officers over fears of clashes if the rival protests coincide.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

After playing college basketball at San Jose State and then Gonzaga, he was drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder and traded to the Grizzlies soon after.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Njoku, 29, played nine seasons in Cleveland after being drafted by the team in 2017.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

On the night the Rams drafted Simpson, general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay were uncharacteristically subdued during a news conference.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

The Durham Housing Authority was finally created in 1949 and a city housing code was drafted in 1956—both measures that should have helped poor residents but, in fact, accomplished little.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson