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withdraw

Pronunciation: [wɪðˈdrɔː]

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Learn how to use withdraw in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “banking”

(verb) to take money out of a bank account. When you go to a bank or use an ATM, you can withdraw cash that you have saved.

Example

She withdrew money from her account to buy a new bike.

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He didn't withdraw any money today because he forgot his card.

Example

How much money can I withdraw from my bank today?

Context: “behavior”

(verb) to pull back or remove yourself from a situation or conversation. Sometimes, people feel shy and they withdraw from talking to others.

Example

After feeling overwhelmed, he decided to withdraw from the noisy party and take a break.

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She didn't withdraw from the group activities; she participated with excitement.

Example

Why did he choose to withdraw from the discussion?

Context: “military”

(verb) to retreat or move back, especially in a military context. When troops move back from a particular area, they withdraw to a safer place.

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The soldiers withdrew from the area to regroup and plan their next steps.

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The team did not withdraw when they faced challenges; they fought bravely.

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When will the army withdraw its troops from the battlefield?

Context: “education”

(verb) to remove oneself from a course or school program. If a student feels it's too hard, they might decide to withdraw from a class.

Example

She withdrew from the course to focus on her other classes.

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He didn't withdraw from the program, even though it was challenging.

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What steps do I need to take to withdraw from the course?

How to pronounce withdraw

Pronunciation: [wɪðˈdrɔː]

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