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Draw in Meaning in English

expression

ˈdɹɔ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
DRAW-in
dɹˈɔː/ /ˈɪn
draw-IN

释义

To attract someone or make them become involved; or, to move something closer, especially a vehicle like a train approaching a station.

用法与细微差别

Informal or semi-formal; often used for attracting people ('draw in customers'), making people participate, or describing vehicles arriving ('the train drew in'). Can take object or be used passively. Not the same as 'draw on' (rely) or 'draw out' (prolong, remove). Common in marketing and transport contexts.

例句

The free samples draw in many customers.

basic

The teacher tried to draw in all the students into the discussion.

basic

The train drew in at 8 o’clock.

basic

A catchy song can really draw in a crowd at a concert.

natural

He likes to draw in people with his stories, making everyone feel welcome.

natural

It’s getting dark earlier—autumn nights really draw in fast.

natural