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drawcard

American  
[draw-kahrd] / ˈdrɔˌkɑrd /

noun

  1. drawing card.


Etymology

Origin of drawcard

First recorded in 1955–60; draw + card 1

Example Sentences

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Ghanaian political analyst Clement Sefa Nyarko told the BBC that Bawumia's promise to create a "digital economy" was his biggest electoral drawcard.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2024

“It’s a massive step forward and will be a huge drawcard for young women and girls.”

From Seattle Times • Jul. 5, 2022

The irresistible allure of other people’s problems remains a big drawcard.

From The Guardian • Oct. 16, 2019

"His byline was a drawcard," said Peter Honey, a former journalist.

From US News • Mar. 24, 2015

The win was the first for Cuevas against a top 10 ranked player and left the tournament without another drawcard after Britain's Andy Murray was defeated by U.S. qualifier Alex Bogomolov on Friday.

From Reuters • Mar. 27, 2011

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