drawdown
Americannoun
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a lowering of water surface level, as in a well.
Drawdowns of up to 90 feet have been recorded in many municipal wells in the area.
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a reduction or depletion.
The president announced a drawdown and eventual departure of troops from the region.
The unprecedented drawdown of natural resources poses enormous challenges worldwide.
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Stock Exchange. a drop in the value of a stock from its peak to its lowest level over a certain period, usually expressed as a percentage of the peak value.
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British. the withdrawal of part of an investment, such as a pension or retirement fund, for use as income.
noun
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a depletion or reduction, for example of supplies
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a continuous decline in an investment or fund, usually expressed as a percentage between its highest and lowest levels
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the intentional draining of a body of water such as a lake or reservoir, to a given depth
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A lowering of the water level in a reservoir or other body of water, especially as the result of withdrawal.
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The difference in elevation between the level of water in a well and the level of groundwater in the area in which the well is located.
Etymology
Origin of drawdown
Example Sentences
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But a US State Department official has confirmed that a "phased drawdown" of Pepfar funding would now start.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
The drawdown in global stockpiles has helped cap oil price gains despite months of severe supply disruptions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026
Last Friday’s drawdown marked the biggest day for retail selling in over a year, according to JPMorgan analysts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026
Baker was asked what he’ll do if SpaceX, like many other hot tech IPOs, sees a big drawdown.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026
By the end of 2011, the last American soldiers had left Iraq; a gradual drawdown of troops was under way in Afghanistan.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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