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withdraw
to pull back, remove, or stop taking part
Synonyms
- retreat
- remove
- retract
Antonyms
- advance
- enter
- join
withdraw in a sentence
The candidate decided to withdraw from the race.
After the injury, Maya had to withdraw from the tournament.
Where it comes from
From with, meaning 'away,' plus draw, meaning 'pull.'
Memory hook
Withdraw means to draw back or pull away.
Read it in context
- The Ridge Vote Narrative