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draw on(
dra
an
)An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
a. transcurrir
As summer drew on, we became close friends.A medida que transcurría el verano, nos fuimos haciendo amigos cercanos.
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
2. (to use)
a. usar
Draw on your talent and creativity, and enrich your mind.Usa tu talento y tu creatividad, y enriquece tu mente.
b. hacer uso de
Try to draw on your experience as a school principal to lead the project.Procure hacer uso de su experiencia como director de escuela para liderar el proyecto.
c. recurrir a
Cynthia had to draw on her mother's savings to pay off her debts.Cynthia tuvo que recurrir a los ahorros de su madre para saldar sus deudas.
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