draw in

verb

1. (of hours of daylight) to become shorter
2. (of a train) to arrive at a station

Idioms and Phrases

Induce to enter or participate; inveigle. For example, They tried to draw in as many new members as possible , or I refused to be drawn in to his scheme . [Mid-1500s]

Example Sentences

This unexpected twist has piqued interest, drawing in even those who might usually shy away from Rieslings.

From Salon

And it has worked to record-breaking levels with 17 wins and a draw in their first 19 games under the Dutchman, who had never worked in English football before.

From BBC

With five defeats and a draw in their past six games, it has been 34 days since Premier League champions City last tasted victory in any competition.

From BBC

Baller League is hoping to follow that same format - with a mix of athletes and internet personalities attempting to draw in a new audience.

From BBC

Bessent has also been an ardent supporter of the president-elect’s third run for office, hosting a series of fundraisers this year that drew in tens of millions.

From Salon

Related Words

• back down
• back off
• cancel
• deny
• disavow
• disown
• pull back
• recant
• renege
• renounce
• repeal
• repudiate
• rescind
• reverse
• revoke
• rule out
• take back
• withdraw