draining

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More than 1,100 University of California math and science professors are urging UC regents to reinstate college-entrance exams, saying that unprepared students are lowering academic standards and draining teaching resources.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Higher energy costs historically squeeze corporate profit margins by increasing manufacturing costs, while also draining consumer wallets and stoking inflation fears.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

It felt as if Newcastle had rediscovered a semblance of momentum in the final throes of a draining campaign after picking up seven points from a possible nine.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

But money experts say ground rules should be set early to ensure that a recent grad’s decision to save money doesn’t end up draining their parents’ coffers.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

He spun to a stop, flopped into his chair, and guzzled his o.j., draining the glass in three gulps.

From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers