draw lots
Example Sentences
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The Godfrey-Faussett family so dreaded the tedium of these royal visits that they would draw lots to see who had to greet him.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 28, 2022
The volcanic and conglomerate rocks draw lots of climbers who take on numerous and varied routes, from short and easy to long and technical, with vertical faces and steep overhangs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2019
The case was brought by one of the party, Mr. D., who, however, agreed to draw lots for possession of the treasure; and the case passed to a friend, who may be called Mr. W.
From Slate ● Oct. 14, 2018
If the two finalists are level, they draw lots.
From Reuters ● Oct. 6, 2017
They are paired off and they draw lots.
From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
