withdraw

/wɪðˈdɹɔː/verb
Middle School
1

To draw or pull (something) away or back from its original position or situation.

2

To remove (someone or (reflexive, archaic) oneself) from a position or situation; specifically (military), to remove (soldiers) from a battle or position where they are stationed.

3

To draw or pull (a bolt, curtain, veil, or other object) aside.

4

To take away or take back (something previously given or permitted); to remove, to retract.

5

To cause or help (someone) to stop taking an addictive drug or substance; to dry out.

6

To take (one's eyes) off something; to look away.

7

To disregard (something) as belonging to a certain group.

8

To remove (a topic) from discussion or inquiry.

9

To stop (a course of action, proceedings, etc.)

10

To take back (a comment, something written, etc.); to recant, to retract.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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