- present participle of drain.
draining
Example Sentences
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As a young man, Francisco traversed it on horseback, eking out a living by draining resin from the towering pines.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 6, 2026
But a closer look at trade data shows that China isn’t draining a critical U.S. resource.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 4, 2026
Sir Tony Blair wrote that "PMQs was the most nerve wracking, discombobulating, nail biting, bowel moving, terror inspiring, courage draining experience in my prime ministerial life, without question".
From BBC β Sep. 2, 2026
There are desirable locations in the U.S. where life can be enjoyed without draining your savings.
From MarketWatch β Aug. 25, 2026
The pink was draining from her cheeks as she looked at us all.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
