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on draft

Idioms  
  1. Drawn from a large container, such as a keg (as opposed to bottles). For example, We much prefer the taste of beer on draft. [Mid-1800s]


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The current battle centers on draft legislation -- the Clarity Act -- that would allow crypto players to offer cash rewards to stablecoin holders, boosting their ability to lure customers away from traditional banks.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Remember Belichick, still worshiped as a gridiron Obi-Wan, pooh-poohing Maye on draft night less than two years ago, mocking comparisons to Josh Allen and fretting that Maye hadn’t played very much in college?

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

The team is facing major decisions this summer with its roster, beginning on draft night when the team could combine the No. 17 pick with first- rounders in 2029 and 2031 in a trade.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2024

So given how much scouting is done on draft prospects, why were two future stars overlooked for so long?

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2024

There was a special on draft pants at Multitude.

From "Feed" by M.T. Anderson