draws on

VERB

use to advantage

Synonyms

WEAK

effect employ exploit extract fall back on have recourse to make use of rely on require take from

Example Sentences

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The book plots the changes in how Mr. Putin draws on the czarist tradition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

As she helps clients weigh the pros and cons of a hardship withdrawal, she said she draws on affirmative phrases such as “Let’s explore steps to secure your future.”

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

This comparison draws on findings from earlier research.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

Armstrong explains that playing music draws on a long history of organisations, like the US Navy, using songs to start the day.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

She draws on a lipstick mouth when she goes out.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood