Draw Close (Verb)
Meaning 1
Move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position; "We cuddled against each other to keep warm"; "The children snuggled into their sleeping bags".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The family gathered around the fireplace and drew close to warm their hands.
- She drew close to her loved one for comfort during the difficult times.
- The couple drew close as they watched the breathtaking sunset on the beach.
- The child drew close to her mother as the thunderstorm raged outside.
- They drew close together, sharing body heat to stay warm in the freezing temperatures.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Pull towards oneself; "He drew the crying child close".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- She drew her shivering puppy close to her chest for warmth.
- He drew the little girl close so she wouldn't get scared.
- She gently drew her trembling friend close and began to whisper words of comfort.
- Draw the blankets close to shield yourself from the freezing cold.
- She opened her arms and drew her tearful child close for a comforting hug.
Meaning 3
Move towards; "We were approaching our destination"; "They are drawing near"; "The enemy army came nearer and nearer".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- As the sun began to set, the travelers could sense their shelter draw close.
- The group of friends draw close to the campfire to warm themselves.
- We were drawing close to the finish line and could hear the cheers of the crowd.
- In the distance, the sound of thunder began to draw close, signaling an impending storm.
- As we draw close to the mysterious mansion, an eerie feeling enveloped us.