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withdrawal

Pronunciation: [wɪðˈdrɔːəl]

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Learn how to use withdrawal in a sentence: 15 audio examples across 5 meanings.

Context: “finance”

(noun) the action of taking money out of a bank account. When you go to the bank and take out some cash, that's a withdrawal.

Example

She made a withdrawal from her savings account to buy a new bike.

Example

He didn't make any withdrawals this month because he was saving his money.

Example

How much money do you want to withdraw from your account?

Context: “health”

(noun) the physical and mental symptoms that happen when someone stops using a drug or medicine. This is when your body feels bad because it's missing something it got used to.

Example

After quitting smoking, he experienced withdrawal symptoms for a few days.

Example

She wasn't having withdrawal symptoms because she was gradually reducing her medication.

Example

What are some common withdrawal symptoms for people who stop using that drug?

Context: “behavior”

(noun) when a person pulls back from social activities or relationships. It means they don’t want to be around others as much anymore.

Example

His withdrawal from social events made him focus more on his studies.

Example

Her withdrawal didn't help her make new friends; it only made her feel lonelier.

Example

Have you noticed a withdrawal from activities lately?

Context: “finance”

(verb) to take money out of a bank account. It is when you go to the bank and say you want some of your money back.

Example

I will withdraw cash from the ATM for the weekend trip.

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She decided not to withdraw any money this week to save more.

Example

Can you help me figure out how to withdraw money from this account?

Context: “behavior”

(verb) to pull back or remove oneself from a situation or a group. It is when you choose not to be part of something anymore.

Example

He decided to withdraw from the competition to focus on his studies.

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She did not withdraw from the project, even when it got difficult.

Example

Why did he choose to withdraw from the group activity?

How to pronounce withdrawal

Pronunciation: [wɪðˈdrɔːəl]

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