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drafts

Pronunciation: [dræfts]

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Learn how to use drafts in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “writing”

(noun) a draft is a version of a written work that is not finished yet. It’s like a rough draft of your story or school project that you will make better later.

Example

I completed the first draft of my essay yesterday.

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My teacher said my draft was not good enough to submit.

Example

Have you finished your draft for the writing assignment?

Context: “military”

(noun) the draft is a system where the government asks people to join the military, usually during a war. It’s like when you are chosen to serve because more soldiers are needed.

Example

Many young people registered for the draft during the war.

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She was relieved to receive an exemption from the draft.

Example

What happens if someone refuses the draft?

Context: “creation”

(verb) to draft means to create a preliminary version of something, like writing down your ideas before making them final. Think of it as making a rough sketch before drawing the real picture.

Example

I will draft my speech before practicing it.

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He didn’t want to draft any ideas and just started writing.

Example

Can you help me draft a plan for the project?

How to pronounce drafts

Pronunciation: [dræfts]

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