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draft

[draft, drahft] / dræft, drɑft /
NOUN
something formulated; plan
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NOUN
gust of air
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Meanwhile, significant logistical uncertainty persists, as flows might be routed through a “coordinated” path that could resemble a slower, capacity-constrained toll route with draft limitations for larger vessels, Crosby says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

He has completely broken the scale of superstar development, fast-forwarding his team from no-hoper waiting for draft picks into a true championship contender.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The team begins voluntary offseason workouts on Monday in Woodland Hills, and has the No. 13 pick in the NFL draft, which begins Thursday in Pittsburgh.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Not until the Civil War did Congress enact a national draft, and even then it was met with significant resistance through both legal and political action and riots in the streets.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

“My son serves on the Council of Defense, for example. And Mr. Nefrger on the draft board, and—” Each word she spoke got higher and more shrill.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson




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