Phrasal Verb - Draining Away
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.Definition
To remove or gradually deplete something, such as funds, energy, or resources, typically in a systematic or continuous manner, often leaving an empty or weakened state behind.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The rainy season will drain away the excess water from the fields. |
| 2 | After months of financial struggles, the company will drain away and lose thousands of jobs. |
| 3 | The absence of the family matriarch will drain away the emotional support for the rest of the household. |
| 4 | Her bank account will drain away quickly without a stable income. |
| 5 | Prolonged lack of sunlight can drain away your happiness. |
| 6 | The cancer has begun to drain away vital organs of the patient. |
| 7 | Social media addiction can drain away our valuable time and away from activities. |
| 8 | Severe weather conditions can still drain away and cause unexpected power outages. |
| 9 | Your mental energy may drain away quickly from over-exertion. |
| 10 | He was harmed when the gas leak began to drain away. |