drawing out
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The two women whistled and shook a bag of food in the hope of drawing out a cat gone missing for days.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
“Hamnet” is not a movie that seeks to bore into the viewers’ hearts, drawing out empathy from the depths of their souls; it’s a film that wants the audience to do all of the work.
From Salon ● Nov. 30, 2025
RedBird Capital Partners has abandoned its $660 million deal for Britain’s Daily Telegraph, further drawing out a yearslong saga for control of the 170-year-old newspaper.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
The first several fronts, between the regular petitions for temporary restraining orders, press conferences, protests outside of government buildings or drawing out votes on nominees, have been daily efforts.
From Slate ● Feb. 13, 2025
“More tea, I think,” said Dumbledore, closing the door behind Harry, Ron, and Hermione, drawing out his wand, and twiddling it; a revolving tea tray appeared in midair along with a plate of cakes.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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